Marketing Innovation Intern, Cheese & Tablespreads (Winter, 8 months)

Lactalis Canada; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 29,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

On-site gym

Snacks & coffee

Training & development

Job summary

Lactalis Canada is seeking a Marketing Intern to support the innovation team in planning, managing, and launching marketing innovations.

You will own small-scale projects, collaborate closely with the Senior Innovation Manager, and gain hands-on experience across consumer insights, packaging changes, and in-store activations.

This role offers a hybrid work model in Canada with opportunities for future full-time positions.

Qualifications

• Pursuing post-secondary education in marketing or a related discipline.
• Analytical skills with reporting accuracy.
• Strong understanding of marketing and business fundamentals.
• Ability to execute multiple projects and manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Proactively manage and execute projects contributing to short and long-term objectives, leading cross-functional teams.
• Monitor volume and profitability targets by tracking market and retailer activity; issue monthly performance reports.
• Support long-term planning by providing data and analysis; track and manage marketing spend within budget.
• Cultivate relationships with internal and external partners to support communication and collaboration.
• Collaborate with Sales to develop in-store executions aligned with growth targets and monitor results.

Skills

CPG experience

Marketing education pursuing

Problem anticipation

Analytical reporting

Marketing fundamentals

Project management

Initiative & influence

Teamwork & independence

French (asset)

Education

Marketing or related discipline (pursuing)

Job description

About Us

Welcome to Lactalis Canada! We’re proud to be Canada’s #1 branded dairy company and to be consistently recognized as one of the country’s top employers by Forbes. Our purpose is to enrich and nurture the lives of Canadians by offering the best of dairy from Canada’s favourite dairy brands like Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, Balderson, Astro and Lactantia. In fact, our products can be found in over 90% of Canadian refrigerators in any given time. As part of Lactalis Group, the world’s leading dairy company, we remain focused on innovation and quality and are seeking like-minded individuals to join us as we continue our growth journey.

Our flexible hybrid work model accommodates 40% remote work, adapting to the evolving needs of our workforce. Step into a collaborative hub with our revamped office, and enjoy free parking, endless coffee, delicious Lactalis snacks, an on-site gym, and more!

Lactalis Student Program

At Lactalis, we are committed to cultivating talent and providing enriching opportunities that ignite passion and foster growth in our future leaders. Our student program is designed to nurture your potential by providing you with enriching work experience in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Lactalis Canada’s student program encourages curiosity, creativity, professional development, and personal growth. Not only will you develop your expertise through hands-on experiences, but you will also join a thriving network of Lactalis Students across Canada. All students will have the chance to participate in social events, group trainings and workshops, manufacturing plant tours, and an end-of semester project!

We are invested in your long-term success and aim to equip you with skills and experiences that will fuel your future!

Job Purpose

The Marketing Intern collaborates with the innovation team to plan, manage, and execute marketing innovation launches. Their responsibilities may range from ownership of low to mid-range (in terms of size/complexity) innovation projects to ownership of specific components or initiatives of larger innovations, closely partnering with Senior Innovation Manager for effective execution.

Responsibility

• Innovation/Renovation. Proactively manage and execute projects that contribute to both short and long term objectives, such as reformulations, packaging design/format changes and re-launches. Effectively lead cross-functional teams with strong project management to expedite throughout the commercialization process.
• Analysis and Insights into Action. Proactively monitor the achievement of volume and profitability targets of the innovation(s) by tracking competitive promotional activity, consumer and in-store promotion activity and issuing monthly reports of performance versus plan. This includes analysis of market, consumer, and financial data. Provide recommendations to maximize the growth opportunities and/or neutralize the threats by analyzing market trends, competitors, and retailer activity.
• Long Term Planning Involvement/Budget Management: Support the development of the Long Term Plan by providing data and analysis. Responsible for tracking and managing marketing spend within budget.
• Cross-functional Leadership. Cultivate strong working relationships with both internal (sales, R&D, operations etc.) and external (agency, research house, packaging designs/suppliers, etc.) partners to support effective communication and collaboration. Provide valuable insight and feedback to stakeholders as required.
• Business Acumen/Management. Collaborate with Sales functions to develop and validate in-store executions aligned with business growth targets. Continuously monitor and assess results versus target and implement action plans as required.

Qualifications

• CPG experience is preferred
• In pursuit of a post secondary education in marketing or a related discipline.
• Pro-actively anticipate problems
• Analytical skills with reporting accuracy
• Solid understanding of marketing and business fundamentals
• Ability to successfully execute multiple projects
• Strong initiative and the ability to influence without authority
• Ability to work independently and function as a strong team player
• French speaking is an asset

Competency

• Care
• Dare
• Inspire
• Share

What Lactalis Will Offer

• A Competitive Base Salary
• 8% vacation pay
• Health & Dental Benefits starting day 1
• Learning and Development opportunities
• Potential for future full time permanent opportunities!

Our ESG Commitment

Our ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) roadmap drives our sustainability mission. We aim to positively impact communities and the planet by enabling stakeholders including our people, consumers, customers, suppliers, dairy farmers, government, and industry partners to have a positive impact on the wellbeing of our communities and the planet through all that we do.

At Lactalis Canada, we value our employees as catalysts for positive change. Together, we will create a sustainable future, promote belonging, and make a lasting impact on the world.

Our Commitment To DEI

Fuel Our Culture with Your Uniqueness! Lactalis thrives on the value each person brings. We're dedicated to amplifying diverse voices, inviting personal and professional growth, and embracing everyone's true selves. We're committed to crafting an environment that genuinely welcomes all, reflecting the richness of our people and communities.

Our promise extends to accessible processes and spaces. If you require accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent), please inform our Talent Acquisition team – confidentiality will be maintained.

Note: Lactalis Canada does not conduct credit or background checks through LinkedIn. If required, we'll contact you after signing a Job Offer.

Compensation

As part of our commitment to fairness, trust, and transparency and our ambition to be an Employer of Choice, the base salary range for this position is:21$ - 22.5$

Please note: Along with a comprehensive Total Rewards package, your actual base salary will be fair, competitive, and be based on your skills, experience, and qualifications.