Marketing Manager - Mighty Protein

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Mighty Protein is Maple Leaf Foods’ newest brand — a bold, modern line of high-protein chicken snacks designed to fuel active Canadians who want clean, convenient, and craveable ways to get more from their day. With 12g of complete protein per stick, zero sugar, and no fillers, Mighty Protein is redefining what it means to snack with purpose.

The Opportunity:

As Manager, Mighty Protein, you’ll play a key role in shaping one of Maple Leaf’s most exciting new brand launches. You’ll lead day-to-day category management and act as the general manager of the Mighty Protein brand. You will own building Mighty Protein into Canada’s #1 protein snack brand. This is a rare opportunity to join a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment inside a trusted, leading CPG headquartered in Mississauga.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by December 12. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Reason for vacancy: Increment Headcount
Compensation: $94, - $, CAD base pay annually plus annual short-term incentive

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Own the day-to-day hustle of bringing a new brand to life driving awareness, trial, and repeat for Mighty Protein.
• Own developing and executing growth strategies anchored in deep understanding of 3Cs (Consumer/Customer, Competitors, Company) and 4 Ps (Product, Price, Promotion, Placement) inclusive of 1–3-year innovation pipeline.
• Lead cross-functional partners to turn big ideas into reality – from product development and packaging to operations, sales, and finance.
• Dive deep into consumer insights and data to uncover what’s working, what’s not, and where the next opportunity lies.
• Partner with Revenue Growth Management and Sales to sharpen pricing, packaging architecture, and promotions that fuel trial and deliver margin.
• Collaborate with the brand team and lead agency brief for creative partners to craft bold, social-first campaigns that cut through the noise.
• Build retailer-ready programs in collaboration with shopper marketing that win distribution and make Mighty stand out in-store and online.
• Track performance, share wins, and course-correct fast, because every week counts in building a breakout brand.
• Be an integral part of the core team shaping the next generation of protein snacking in Canada.

Who You Are:

• A passionate brand builder with proven & recurring success in CPG brand & category management or innovation experience and a Bachelor of Business/Marketing or Master of Business Administration.
• Highly entrepreneurial, energized by building something new and operating in ambiguity.
• Strong commercial acumen with demonstrated success driving performance from insight to execution.
• Comfortable balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
• A collaborative teammate who thrives in cross-functional environments.
• Excited by food, wellness, and the growing functional protein space.
• Competency requirements: Commercial Hustle: Knows the numbers and what moves them. Spots opportunities, makes bold calls, and drives growth. Insight to Action: Cuts through data to find the “so what,” turning insights into smart, fast decisions. Agility & Effectiveness: Thrives in ambiguity, adapts quickly, and keeps momentum in a fast-moving environment. Customer Connectivity: Understands what motivates retailers and shoppers and builds plans that win with both. Inspiring Leadership: Rallies cross-functional teams with clarity, urgency, and purpose. Strategic Vision: Sees the big picture, crafts clear strategies, and sells ideas with compelling, fact-based rationale.

Why Join Us

At Maple Leaf Foods, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven company shaping the future of food. Mighty Protein gives you the opportunity to help build a brand from the ground up. Combining the agility of a startup with the backing of a Canadian leader in protein innovation.

Be part of something Mighty.

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.