Manager, Insights & Analytics

High Liner Foods Incorporated; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foodservice company is seeking a Manager, Insights & Analytics to lead consumer and market analysis efforts. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and experience in data-driven decision-making. You will support business decisions through actionable insights that drive growth across the organization. This role offers a competitive salary and robust benefits in a flexible, inclusive environment.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Health, dental & vision coverage

Performance-based incentives

Wellness Programs

Flexible policies & summer hours

Learning and mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in data analytics, account/category management, or primary research.
• Experience in presenting to internal and external stakeholders.
• Vendor and customer relationship management experience.

Responsibilities

• Leverage data sources to tell a holistic story linking consumer and operator insights.
• Develop growth trends insights in the Foodservice landscape.
• Present insights and recommendations to management.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Excel

Experience in data analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Datassential

Circana SupplyTrack

CREST

Job description

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The Manager of Foodservice Insights and Analytics will be responsible for unearthing consumer, customer, and category insights that will inspire innovative and strategic thinking in the business. Leveraging hindsight, insight, and foresight, the Insights Manager will build concise stories with actionable business recommendations to unlock new opportunities across our core portfolio and with our customer partners. The successful candidate will guide cross-functional partners within the organization to make data-driven decisions based on consumer, customer, and market trends. This role will primarily support US and Canada Foodservice, specifically National Accounts, and will also involve working with the Insights Director on primary qualitative and quantitative research, including concept testing and operator interviews.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Leverage multiple data sources to tell a holistic story linking consumer and operator insights, market trends, and portfolio solutions for Foodservice customer partners.
• Develop foresight on growth trends in the Foodservice landscape and Seafood industry using custom and syndicated data sources.
• Participate in annual strategic planning, providing insights on category and company growth, share targets, and market trends to inform marketing strategies.
• Present insights and recommendations confidently to management and Foodservice customers across North America.
• Stay informed on FS consumer, operator, and menu trends from key suppliers and share updates with marketing, sales, and product development teams.
• Proficient in Foodservice data tools such as Datassential, Circana SupplyTrack, Circana CREST, Technomic, CRC, and others.
• Present at key Foodservice meetings on business results and trends.
• Understand various research methodologies (focus groups, ethnography, segmentation, concept testing, etc.) and translate research briefs into actionable insights.
• Develop and maintain internal reporting, quarterly reviews, and ad hoc analyses for internal teams and leadership.
• Co-lead quarterly and year-end business reviews with sales and marketing leaders on industry trends and company performance.
• Maintain Foodservice Insights SharePoint and facilitate data sharing across the organization.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree.
• 3-5 years of experience in data analytics, account/category management, or primary research.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data into actionable recommendations.
• Proficiency with syndicated data and panel metrics (Circana SupplyTrack, CREST, etc.).
• Experience with qualitative and quantitative consumer research methodologies.
• Decision-making capabilities and a track record of successful strategy implementation.
• Experience in presenting to internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Vendor and customer relationship management experience.
• Expertise in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to travel.

Preferred:

• Experience in the Foodservice CPG industry.
• Storytelling skills and ability to derive insights from data and research.
• Experience with consumer-led innovation processes.
• Knowledge of analytics principles, theories, and concepts.
• Ability to identify industry, consumer, and customer trends for strategic planning.

What’s in it for you?

Join High Liner Foods for a career where you can shape your path, with great benefits, flexible work, and a culture of diversity, innovation, and sustainability. Make a meaningful impact and grow with us as we strive to nourish lives. Endless opportunities to thrive together await.

• Competitive Salary
• Health, dental & vision coverage
• Performance-based incentives
• Employee & Family assistance programs
• Wellness Programs
• Retirement Planning
• Parental Leaves
• Disability Support
• Flexible policies & summer hours
• Volunteer hours
• Learning and mentorship opportunities
• Safety-focused environment

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Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries: Manufacturing

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