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Job Title: Marketing Manager – Sweets & Refreshments * Job Location: Mississauga, Ontario* * Company Information:* Hershey Canada Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Hershey Company (New York Stock Exchange: HSY) that manufactures, distributes and sells confectionery, snack, refreshment and grocery products in Canada. The Hershey Company is one of Canada’s leading chocolate and confectionary companies with a strong portfolio of brands that delight consumers every day. Major Canada brands include OH HENRY! HERSHEY’S KISSES, BROOKSIDE, POT OF GOLD, JOLLY RANCHER, REESE, TWIZZLERS, HERSHEY’S, SKOR, CHIPITS and ICEBREAKERS. At the Hershey Company, we're committed to making a difference in the communities where we live, work and do business. This commitment dates from the earliest years of our company and is a vital part both of our heritage and of who we are today. For over 100 years, Hershey has been committed to operating fairly, ethically and sustainably. Hershey founder, Milton Hershey, created the Milton Hershey School in 1909 and since then the company has focused on helping children succeed. Our mission is to create a world class environment that attracts, develops/grows and retains world class people. We will build organizational capabilities and passion that compete in the present and build for the future to enable and encourage balanced and healthy lives. * Benefits to You* You will gain an understanding of the multi-faceted areas of a consumer-packaged goods (CPG) company. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the organization while gaining hands-on experience in the field of marketing. * Job Description* What does working in brand management at Hershey mean? It is total business owner, having a leadership role within the organization and a dynamic path to enhance your career experiences. As a Marketing Manager of Sweets & Refreshments portfolio you will own the brand strategy through to execution on Twizzlers, Jolly Rancher and Ice Breakers, in addition to managing these brands on a day-to-day. * Key Responsibilities:* * Developing multi-year brand strategy (Annual Business/Marketing plans) into full-funnel IMC executions across multiple consumer touchpoints * Conducting external and internal assessments across multiple areas (business environment, competitors, consumer, customers, market trends), working with business partners to drive insights into actions. * Lead brand creative, partnerships and media strategy, leveraging agency & other business partners. * Develop and execute meaningful new product innovations that will drive brand development and growth. * Manage ongoing business, including analysis of business results, budgeting, SKU management, financial forecasting and reporting, etc. * Work closely with key cross functional partners to ensure brand strategies drive closely linked sales strategies and in-retail execution. * Innovate, explore, and test new marketing ideas in an environment where creativity and experimentation are encouraged. * Skills, Knowledge and Education Requirements* * Bachelor’s Degree, marketing or business preferred. * 5+ years of brand management experience in the Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) industry * High proficiency in Excel, Power Point, AC Nielsen * Excellent project management skills and ability to deliver in a fast-paced/evolving working environment. * Strong personal leadership, cross-functional teamwork and strategic thought leadership * Strong presentation skills, communication and analytical skills * Solid understanding of financial statements and ability to translate into business opportunities. * Proven track record of leading agencies to create and execute high impact marketing campaigns. * Experience in people management. * Benefits and Perks of Working at Hershey Canada:* * Of course, exposure to some of the world’s leading chocolate and candy brands and products * Flextime with required core working hours. * Hybrid work environment (virtual/in-office flex) * Flexible Dress policy – this includes jeans! * Working in a LEED certified and open concept environment. * Corporate social responsibility programs – because we should leave the world a little better than we found it. * Tons of employee social programs * Fantastic reward and recognition programs #LI-MB1 #LI-Hybrid Hershey Canada is proud of being named to Forbes Canada’s Best Employers 2021 List and Forbes 2021 World’s Top Female Friendly Companies. We have also been recognized as one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers for 2022, Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2022, and one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures 2021. At Hershey Canada, we seek the advancement of an inclusive and respective culture by having a diverse workforce and inclusive environment to create more Moments of Goodness for our employees and consumers. Hershey Canada extends opportunities to qualified applicants and employees regardless of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, or any other protected status. We will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to support diversity, equity, and inclusion in our hiring. Please inform the Talent Acquisition team if you require accommodation in order to participate in our hiring process.