At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?
OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE
We are seeking a Product Associate for an 18-month contract to join our team. The Product Associate will be responsible for performing various tasks related to the management of a product portfolio and will coordinate and execute various projects related to the development and maintenance of products as well as market launches.
Salary: $ 51 595 - 67 750$
**** Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.****
WE SUPPORT AND CARE FOR OUR EMPLOYEES AND THEIR FAMILIES BY PROVIDING:
- Competitive salaries
- Advantageous corporate agreements
- Full range of group insurance benefits
- Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution
- Group RRSP
- Health and wellness program in the workplace
- Assistance program for employees and their families
- Saputo products at a discounted price
HOW YOU WILL MAKE CONTRIBUTIONS THAT MATTER:
- Coordinate a wide range of product-related projects with a multidisciplinary team (Sales, R&D, Quality Assurance, Procurement, Operations, Logistics, etc.)
- Participate in the process of developing and launching new products
- Assist in analyzing the product portfolio and its various categories’ performances
- Help to manage the entry and maintenance of product-related data in internal as well as external database systems
- Work closely with the Marketing team to ensure that product objectives are translated into Marketing initiatives
- Prepare various presentations and other communications targeting internal and external stakeholders
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
YOU ARE BEST SUITED FOR THE ROLE IF YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS:
- University degree in administration/management or a related field (graduate degree is an asset)
- 1 to 2 years experience in project management, product development or category analysis/management
- Experience in the food and/or consumer products sector (an asset)
- Bilingualism (French and English) spoken and written is essential because the person will interact with various team members and stakeholders across Canada.
- Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills
- Strong attention to details
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to manage priorities and multiple projects at one time while meeting deadlines
This year, Saputo is celebrating 70 years of passion and craftsmanship!
In Canada, Saputo is a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Dairyland, Armstrong, Neilson, Alexis de Portneuf, and many more. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain management, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.
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What We Do
Saputo produces, markets, and distributes a wide array of dairy products of the utmost quality, including cheese, fluid milk, extended shelf-life milk and cream products, cultured products, and dairy ingredients. Saputo is one of the top ten dairy processors in the world, a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor in Canada, the top dairy processor in Australia, and the second largest in Argentina. In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the largest producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products. In the United Kingdom, Saputo is the largest manufacturer of branded cheese and a top manufacturer of dairy spreads. Saputo products are sold in several countries under market-leading brands, as well as private label brands.
