Operational Execution Manager - ONroute

Colonial Group; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 84,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

ONroute is seeking a Manager, Execution and Planning to translate the Buyer’s strategy into complete, store-ready commercial and promotional plans. The role connects buying, operations, marketing, suppliers and system support to ensure plaza teams have clear standards and all materials needed for a successful launch.

The Manager sets field priorities for Execution Associates and uses findings to identify risks, coordinate follow-up and recommend improvements to the Buyer, with travel across

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating commercial, promotional or merchandising programs in retail, food service or hospitality.
• Experience building project plans with deadlines and approvals across teams.
• Familiarity with item setup, pricing and inventory systems; Panasonic and CrunchTime is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Own the commercial and promotional implementation calendar.
• Build project plans with clear deadlines, dependencies and approval gates.
• Lead launch-readiness meetings and flag risks to leadership.
• Coordinate item setup in Panasonic, CrunchTime and other systems.
• Confirm pricing is loaded, validated and communicated.
• Coordinate creative development, printing and marketing distribution.
• Maintain one source of truth for current programs and standards.
• Prioritize plaza visits for Execution Associates.
• Consolidate store feedback, pictures and compliance results.
• Identify whether an issue is local, operational, supplier-related or systemic.
• Recommend corrective actions to the Buyer.
• Maintain reporting on launch readiness, compliance and program performance.

Skills

Planning and organization

Communication

Analytical/problem-solving

Digital planning tools

Team collaboration

Tools

Panasonic

CrunchTime

Job description

Job Title: Manager, Execution and Planning

Grade 8 - $83,800 - $106,900

About ONroute

ONroute is the proud operator of 22 convenient plazas along Highways 400 and 401 in Ontario. Our locations deliver fresh and exciting food and beverage options, fuel, and amenities that enhance the public’s travel experience. Through strong brand partnerships, operational excellence, and a guest-first mindset, ONroute continues to evolve the future of roadside hospitality in Ontario.

About the Role

The Manager, Execution and Planning is the critical coordination role that translates the Buyer’s strategy into complete, store-ready commercial and promotional plans. The role connects buying, operations, marketing, suppliers and system support to ensure plaza teams have clear standards, accurate information and all materials required for a successful launch. The Manager sets field priorities for Execution Associates and uses their findings to identify risks, coordinate follow-up and recommend improvements to the Buyer.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Planning and Coordination

• Own the commercial and promotional implementation calendar.
• Build project plans with clear deadlines, dependencies and approval gates.
• Lead launch-readiness meetings and flag risks to leadership.

Execution Guides and Merchandising Standards

• Create execution guides and AI-assisted planograms.
• Define placement, adjacencies, merchandising and replenishment standards.
• Maintain one source of truth for current programs and standards.

Systems Pricing and Launch Materials

• Coordinate item setup in Panasonic, CrunchTime and other systems.
• Confirm pricing is loaded, validated and communicated.
• Coordinate creative development, printing and marketing distribution.
• Confirm product, signage and supporting materials arrive before launch.

Field Coordination and Continuous Improvement

• Prioritize plaza visits for Execution Associates.
• Consolidate store feedback, pictures and compliance results.
• Identify whether an issue is local, operational, supplier-related or systemic.
• Recommend corrective actions to the Buyer.
• Maintain reporting on launch readiness, compliance and program performance.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience coordinating commercial, promotional or merchandising programs in a retail, food service or hospitality environment.
• Experience building project plans and coordinating deadlines, dependencies and approvals across multiple teams.
• Experience supporting multi-site operations, merchandising standards, planograms and launch execution.
• Familiarity with item setup, pricing and inventory systems; experience with Panasonic and CrunchTime is an asset.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong planning, organization and follow-through, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Clear written and verbal communication and the ability to turn strategy into practical execution instructions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including root cause assessment and performance reporting.
• Ability to use digital tools and AI-assisted planning tools with careful review for accuracy and operational suitability.
• Collaborative approach and strong alignment with diversity, inclusion, respect and teamwork.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to travel regularly to plaza locations across Ontario.
• Minimum of 3 days per week in office and/or plaza locations.

ONroute is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. We have a long-standing policy of providing fair, equitable, and accessible opportunities for all employees and applicants. Accommodation during the application process is available on request.