Manager, Packaging Design, TH, Canada

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Restaurant Brands International Inc. is one of the world's largest quick service restaurant companies with nearly $45 billion in annual system-wide sales and over 32,000 restaurants in more than 120 countries and territories.

RBI owns four of the world's most prominent and iconic quick service restaurant brands – TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES®, and FIREHOUSE SUBS®. These independently operated brands have been serving their respective guests, franchisees and communities for decades. Through its Restaurant Brands for Good framework, RBI is improving sustainable outcomes related to its food, the planet, and people and communities.

RBI is committed to growing the TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES® and FIREHOUSE SUBS® brands by leveraging their respective core values, employee and franchisee relationships, and long track records of community support. Each brand benefits from the global scale and shared best practices that come from ownership by Restaurant Brands International Inc.

The Packaging Designer will be responsible for creating visually compelling and brand-aligned packaging designs that enhance the Tim Hortons guest experience. This role requires a strong background in packaging design, with an eye for detail, creativity, and an understanding of how design impacts consumer perception. The ideal candidate will also bring structural & visualization design experience to innovate and optimize packaging solutions that are both functional and visually appealing.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop creative, on-brand packaging designs for a wide range of Tim Hortons products, including cups, boxes, bags, and other food and beverage packaging.
• Create Packaging Artwork
• 3D rendering of packaging concepts.
• Design of signage, digital / social content, presentations, gift cards, internal communications, newsletters, infographics, influencer mailers, Convention elements and other marketing materials
• Ensure all designs adhere to Tim Hortons’ brand guidelines, maintaining visual consistency across all packaging touchpoints.
• Collaborate with product development and supply chain teams to design and prototype packaging solutions that are cost-effective, sustainable, and functional, while enhancing the guest experience.
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, from concept to final production, meeting deadlines and coordinating with internal teams and external vendors.
• Work cross-functionally with marketing, R&D, and operations teams to ensure packaging aligns with brand campaigns and operational requirements.
• Incorporate market trends and consumer feedback into designs to create packaging that resonates with Tim Hortons’ diverse customer base.
• Liaise with printers and manufacturers to ensure high-quality execution of designs, troubleshoot production issues, and maintain quality control.
• Liaise with Creative agencies
• Contribute to Tim Hortons’ sustainability initiatives by exploring eco-friendly packaging materials and solutions.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Packaging Design, or a related field.

Experience

Technical Skills

Soft Skills

Bonus Qualifications

Benefits at all of our global offices are focused on physical, mental and financial wellness. We offer unique and progressive benefits, including a comprehensive global paid parental leave program that supports employees as they expand their families, free telemedicine and mental wellness support.

Restaurant Brands International and all of its affiliated companies (collectively, RBI) are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers that do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, provincial or federal laws, rules, or regulations. RBI's policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities upon request.