Private Brands Product Manager, Circle K

Circle K

Location:
Canada, Toronto

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Job Description:

As a member of our team, you’ll be responsible for helping to create a range of differentiated product throughout our market. The Private Brand team is developing, sourcing and maintaining a portfolio of products across our stores. The Private Brand team is responsible for development of core business concepts that include Product Specification, Packaging, Artwork, Implementation, Marketing and Communications. If you enjoy a dynamic environment, performing a variety of different tasks, as well as the opportunity to interface with different people across the world, then this is the place for you!

Job Responsibility:

Develop and execute product development strategies that align with overarching category goals and deliver measurable business results
Manage Private Brand categories to secure optimal COGS, improved profitability and differentiation in our markets
Manage product development and implementation with manufacturers, distributors and cross functional teams including operations, creative teams, marketing, and supply chain, to ensure seamless execution of product launches
Procurement and Operations and secure product placement of Private Brand products
Secure compliance of packaging, design and legal requirements for products in collaboration with QA / Legal and required regulatory agencies
Collaborate with Circle K Business Area and Business Units to secure adoption and implementation of products
Build a pipeline of innovation initiatives and relevant product lines in order to deliver on tomorrow
Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs), such as sales, gross profit, and market share
Leverage data analysis tools to evaluate product performance and identify areas for improvement
Achieves financial objectives by preparation of annual business plan

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree is a plus
Minimum 5 years experience in vendor selection, management, supply chain and quality assurance in a retail or CPG environment
Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in Merchandising, Operations or related retail function
Demonstrated experience leading businesses or product lines in excess of $100M
Skilled using marketing metrics, consumer insights and data analysis to drive business decisions
Action orientation and results-driven mindset
Analytical skills and interested in fact-based decision making
Strong understanding of retail store operations and needs is a plus
Hands on ability to collaborate with different functions in the organization
Knowledge of creative and marketing impact on consumer perception
Experience with working across multiple cultures is an advantage
Proven problem-solver with excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail
Category management and/or product development skills
Project Management competencies is a plus
Proficient with MS Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint, and Word, BI and PBI is a plus
30% Travel is required in North America, with some external travel likely
Valid Driver’s License

Nice to have:

Master’s degree
Experience with working across multiple cultures
Project Management competencies
Proficient with BI and PBI

What we offer:

Group Insurance Program
Pension Plan
Share Purchase Plan
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
Recognition and Rewards
Mentorship Program
Scholarship Program

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
June 06, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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