Job Posting Summary The Innovation Marketing Manager supports the development and execution of Marketing strategies for new product innovations across the Wonderbrands portfolio. This role is responsible for transforming innovation concepts into successful market launches by defining the optimal brand strategy, positioning, target consumer, customer value proposition, and go-to-market approach. In partnership with the Insights team, this individual will lead research to identify consumer needs, emerging trends, and whitespace opportunities that inform Wonderbrands' innovation pipeline and long-term growth strategy. Working closely with Innovation, Brand Marketing, Sales, Category Management, R&D, and Operations, they will translate insights into commercially viable opportunities and support the successful launch of new products that drive sustainable business growth. A key focus of the role is partnering with the Sales organization to develop customer-facing innovation strategies, support customer sell-in, and maximize distribution opportunities for new product launches. Location: 1425 The Queensway, Etobicoke, Ontario Primary Responsibilities Marketing Strategy Lead the Marketing strategy for new product innovations across Wonderbrands' portfolio. Evaluate innovation concepts and determine the optimal route to market. Develop recommendations regarding brand architecture, including whether products should be launched under existing brands, new platforms, licensed brands, or sub-brands. Define target consumers, positioning, key benefits, and value propositions. Develop innovation business cases and Marketing recommendations for senior leadership. Ensure Marketing strategies align with Wonderbrands' portfolio, brand, and growth objectives. Go-to-Market Planning Translate innovation concepts into commercially viable go-to market plans in partnership with sales that drive customer adoption, distribution, trial, and long-term growth. Define launch objectives, Marketing milestones, and success metrics. Partner with Brand Teams to ensure innovation initiatives support broader brand strategies. Lead development of launch plans including sell in decks, packaging, claims, pricing recommendations, consumer messaging, and merchandising support. Coordinate cross-functional activities to ensure successful launch execution. Ensure all Marketing activities are aligned with customer, consumer, and business priorities. Sales & Customer Marketing Serve as the primary Marketing partner to the Sales organization for innovation launches. Collaborate with Sales and Category Management teams to identify customer opportunities and channel strategies. Develop compelling customer selling stories, innovation presentations, and Marketing materials. Support customer meetings and innovation sell-in initiatives as required. Partner with Sales teams to maximize customer acceptance, distribution gains, and launch success. Incorporate customer and retailer feedback into Marketing plans and recommendations. Cross-Functional Leadership Work closely with Innovation and R&D teams throughout the product development and Marketing process. Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, Procurement, and Regulatory teams to ensure launch readiness. Lead cross-functional project teams to deliver Marketing initiatives on time and within budget. Facilitate alignment across stakeholders and proactively remove barriers to execution. Ensure projects remain focused on delivering both consumer value and commercial success. Consumer & Market Insights Monitor consumer trends, customer needs, competitive activity, and category developments. Leverage insights to strengthen Marketing strategies and launch effectiveness. Identify opportunities to improve innovation performance and future launch success. Support post-launch evaluations and develop recommendations for continuous improvement. Performance Management Track innovation launch performance against established objectives.
Monitor key performance indicators including distribution, velocity, revenue, profitability, household penetration, and customer adoption. Develop regular business updates and Marketing reviews for senior leadership. Identify opportunities to accelerate growth and optimize innovation performance. Success in This Role Successfully commercialize and launch innovation initiatives that drive incremental growth. Achieve distribution, customer adoption, and revenue objectives for innovation launches. Identify and develop high-potential whitespace opportunities informed by consumer, customer, and market insights. Build strong partnerships across Marketing, Sales, Innovation, and Operations. Develop compelling customer selling stories that support retailer acceptance and expansion. Strengthen Wonderbrands' innovation Marketing capabilities and processes. Contribute to long-term portfolio growth through successful innovation execution. Required Experience 5+ years of progressive experience in Brand Marketing, Innovation, Marketing, Product Management, Category Management, or related Consumer Packaged Goods roles. Proven experience successfully launching new products and driving Marketing initiatives. Strong understanding of brand strategy, portfolio management, consumer marketing, and Marketing. Experience working closely with Sales organizations and supporting customer-facing initiatives. Demonstrated ability to develop compelling customer value propositions and go-to-market strategies. Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and business case development skills. Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Excellent communication, presentation, and storytelling capabilities. Strong project management and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Commerce, or a related discipline. MBA considered an asset. FGF Group Competencies: Adaptive Intelligence - Team Members respond effectively to challenges by evolving their skills, mindset, and approach. Flexibility, Agility, Adaptability: Thrives in dynamic environments by embracing continuous change. Quickly adjusts to new priorities and actively seeks innovative solutions. Uses setbacks as opportunities for growth and applies a relentless focus on improving outcomes. Approaches challenges with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset and openness to feedback. Calculated Risk-Taking: Makes strategic decisions by evaluating options and creating contingency plans. Collaborative Intelligence - Collaborative intelligence empowers teams to unlock collective strengths and achieve results through synergy and mutual trust. Team First and Collaboration: Engages with Team Members and colleagues, builds relationships, and fosters an inclusive, innovative environment. Entrepreneurial Intelligence - Equips Team Members to identify opportunities, overcome setbacks, and move ideas to execution effectively. Continuous Improvement: Drives innovation and optimizes processes to enhance quality and productivity. Customer and Product Focus: Addresses need proactively with accountability and a solution-oriented mindset. Fierce Execution: Achieves results with a strategic and hands-on approach, learning from mistakes and building trust. Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added, or this description may be amended at any time. In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current existing vacancy within our organization. We affirm that our hiring process, including candidate screening, evaluation, and selection, does not involve the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) or automated decision-making tools. All assessments and decisions are conducted by qualified human professionals to ensure fairness, transparency, and compliance with Bill 149. #INDOPBR