Marketing Associate, Ice Cream

Marketing Associate, Ice Cream

Position Snapshot

Business area: Nestlé Canada Inc

Location: North York, ON located at 25 Sheppard Ave W, North York, ON M2N 6S8; Hybrid

A little bit about us

While Nestlé is known for KitKat, Gerber, Nescafe, and Häagen-Dazs, our recipe for success comes down to one thing: our people.

We strive to lead a people-focused culture that empowers employees to bring their authentic selves to work each day. There are 3,400+ members of Nestlé Canada celebrated for taking action using agility, courage, and trust to find solutions that benefit the business or greater good. We're a team of changemakers, who are curious and challenge the status quo, that take risks that will help drive us forward.

Our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you. We know that empowerment leads to strong employee engagement, a great work culture, and motivated employees.

What to Expect:

As a Marketing Associate you will join our North York team supporting key brands in the development and execution of marketing plans. You will report to the Senior Marketing Manager, Ice Cream.

A day in the life:

• Assist in the development and execution of marketing plans and digital marketing strategies that align with brand objectives, market trends, and enhance brand visibility and engagement
• Support the analysis of consumer insights and market data to inform marketing strategies and initiatives on an ongoing basis and within the business planning cycle.
• Support prioritized innovation and renovation projects through the commercialization journey end-to-end, working closely with our local factory
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective implementation of marketing programs and promotions.
• Coordinate and support marketing events, including product launches and trade shows.
• Monitor and report on the performance of marketing initiatives, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Assist in managing relationships with external vendors and agency partners to ensure alignment with brand goals.

Role Requirements

• A university degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration & presentations.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights.

Preferred Skills

• A proactive and resourceful approach, demonstrating initiative and adaptability.
• Previous corporate co-op or internship experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams), working knowledge of Nielsen Discover

Benefits

• Comprehensive total rewards benefits package including Health and Dental benefits that start on day one of employment
• Company matched pension plan
• Three of Vacation and five personal days (Personal Paid Holidays)
• Flexible and hybrid work arrangements
• Excellent training and development programs as well as opportunities to grow within the company
• Access to Educational Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
• Bonus eligibility
• Gender affirmation benefits to ensure access to necessary care, resources, and coverage for gender-affirming procedures
• Fertility Services and Surrogacy Medical Coverage to support the pursuit of a path to parenthood regardless of medical conditions, gender or sexual orientation
• Adoption benefits to remove some of the financial barriers associated with adoption
• Up to 50% off – Nespresso Coffee Machine, Capsules and accessories
• Access to the Discount Company store with Nestlé, Nespresso, and Purina products (Located across various Nestle offices/sites)

What you need to know

We will be considering applicants as they apply, so please don't delay in submitting your application.

Nestlé Canada is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. We welcome qualified applicants to bring their diverse and unique experiences as a result of their education, perspectives, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran's status, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. Nestlé will work with you in an effort to ensure that you are able to fully participate in the process.