Job Description
***TERM CONTRACT FOR UP TO 18 MONTHS***Six Pints Collective is currently seeking an Innovation Project Manager to join our Marketing team, based out of Toronto ON. This role will have overall responsibility for transforming ideas and concept into reality in an effective and timely manner using prescribed project management tools and processes. The Innovation Manager will be the enabler to accelerate the pace for Six Pints to maintain its market leader position through an innovative product portfolio.You are passionate about developing something from start to finish? Taking a brilliant idea and bring it to life? You are known for your curiosity, and you are a fan of list and planning! We want to get to know you!What is Six Pints Collective All About?Fueled by the bravery, experience and talent of our people we will continue to grow our strong roots in local craft by evolving Canada's most trusted & diverse portfolio. Backed by fierce passion, Six Pints Collective will bring quality, ingenuity, and innovation to lead the category's most profitable and fastest-growing segment. Our Guiding Principles are to: PUT OUR PEOPLE FIRST, BE BOLD & DECISIVE, TAKE OWNERSHIP, LEARN EVERYDAY, and CELEBRATE TOGETHER!Six Pints Collective is here to lead and inspire the passionate conversations that unite people.SOUND LIKE YOU? KEEP READING...We do things differently, and we’re looking for smart, ambitious beer champions that want to jump right in and make a difference working in an innovative, brand-led company committed to brewing premium, quality products.MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Lead the development of low, medium and high complexity innovation projects including new to the world products as well new packaging or projects to improve the efficiency of our operations.Play a partner role with the brand team by bringing insights about the market, trends and competitive activities to influence and develop our craft beverage portfolio. Act as the initial brand lead and set the path to success for new to market local and international brands. Support the development and implementation of tools and processes for innovations, following a brilliant execution process. Collaborate with key stakeholders in the Sales, Finance, Revenue Management and Brand functionalities to deliver flawless execution of product innovation on time, on scope and on budget. Work with Master data, Supply chain, including Demand Planning, Supply Planning and Deployment to align on the next steps to bring innovations to market. Act as the Six Pints Collective innovation expert for feasibility validation YOU ARE:Exceptional project manager, skilled in planning, problem solving, and multitasking.A team player and relationship guru with a proven ability to build and leverage both internal and external relationships.Adaptable and not afraid of changes – we are looking for someone that always have a plan B-C-D if plan A doesn’t work out.A creative and innovative thinker.Outstanding communicator and gate keeper to keep everyone on track every step of the way.Resourceful and results focus.Driven to make informed decisions and not afraid to challenge.A self-starter able to manage multiple projects through various stages of development.IF YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING, WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU:University degree required - preferably with Marketing/Administration focus.Minimum of 5 years of Project Management or Innovation Management.Minimum of 5 years’ experience in alcohol/beverage or packaged good.Love for craft beverages is definitely an asset!A passionate, out-of-the-box thinker with big ideas and the ability to manage multiple projects through various stages of development. Effective, evidence-based decision making and excellent critical thinking skills.Strong business fundamentals and understanding of the commercial drivers of business performance.Strong Microsoft Office skills with emphasis on PowerPoint and Excel.Ability to lead the creative development of brand strategy and plans and turn these into tangible results.Energetic leadership with strong influencing and communication skills, including agency management.Passion for or desire to learn more about beer and craft beer.French language skills are considered an asset.JUST A FEW REASONS WHY SIX PINTS IS AN EMPLOYER OF CHOICE:Opportunity to work in a dynamic, collaborative work environment.To live and breathe all things beer, every day.Work within the ever-growing craft beer community dedicated to supporting and promoting beer through education and appreciation.Participation in our Total Rewards program which includes competitive base salary, short term incentives, annual merit review, extended health & dental care, and pension plan.We play our part to make a difference; from charitable donations to employees hitting the streets together to clean up our communities – giving back to the community / environment is part of our culture and who we are.We are managing a growing business the right way while ensuring we are who we say we are.We take people development seriously offering growth opportunities through talent and development programs and career planning.Opportunity to take part in industry-leading Beer Education. We offer an in-house training program that includes everything from brewing techniques to beer tasting and food pairings.Work within a fast-paced, ever-evolving company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and needs.Equal Employment Opportunity: At Six Pints we seek diversity. Differing perspectives lead to challenging the expected, which keeps new ideas bubbling up. We’re an equal employment opportunity employer and invite applications from candidates from all backgrounds, race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by provincial law. We take pride in celebrating our unique brew.Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If accommodation is needed in the application process, please contact us and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.