Location:
Toronto
Address:
100 Queens Quay East Toronto, Ontario M5E 1V3 Canada
Job Title:
Go To Market Manager, Wholesale
Canada Goose isn't like anything else. We've built something great, something special - an iconic lifestyle brand with an inspirational and authentic story. At the heart of it is our promise to inspire and enable all people to thrive in the world outside. To Live in the Open. At Canada Goose, you're part of a movement that belongs to something bigger. One that seeks out the restorative power of nature and is driven by a purpose to keep the planet cold and the people on it warm. We endure any condition, observe every detail, and are building a community that believes in living bravely and coming together to support game-changing people.
Here, opportunities are everywhere - to try something new, to learn, to do meaningful and impactful work, and they're yours for the taking.
Position Overview:
Spearhead the strategic initiatives and operational transformations that drive wholesale excellence, elevate brand standards & ensure cohesive global messaging. In close collaboration with key stakeholders from Brand, Product, Planning, and beyond, this pivotal role orchestrates the conception, execution, and dissemination of holistic Go to Market strategies. Inclusive of seasonal and foundational tools, this role oversees the key implementation across wholesale touchpoints, spanning pre-season, market, and in-season milestones.
What You'll Do:
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Drive Wholesale Strategy: Lead the development, production, and execution of holistic wholesale strategies aligned with overarching global business objectives and brand vision. Drive operational transformations that streamline processes and optimize efficiency across the GTM lifecycle.
- Champion the GTM Design & Production:
- Spearhead the strategic redesign of Go to Market tools & processes, optimizing key deliverables and timelines to elevate operational efficiency and uphold brand benchmarks.
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Project Manage the development & centralized dissemination of wholesale sales tools/assets, and the facilitation of marquee workshops in support of seasonal and foundational learnings.
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Benchmark Standards and Expectations: Establish benchmark standards and performance expectations for wholesale teams, setting clear guidelines for excellence in execution and customer engagement. Monitor performance against established benchmarks and provide feedback and guidance to ensure continuous improvement and alignment with organizational goals.
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Cross-functional Collaboration: Cultivate symbiotic relationships with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging and maximize opportunities, while effectively managing internal and external relationships to meet wholesale goals & timelines.
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Strategic Direction & Insights: Provide senior leadership with strategic guidance and insights derived from data analytics and market trends, enabling informed decision-making processes and driving sustainable brand penetration across global Wholesale.
Let's Talk About You:
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5+ years’ work experience, with proven track record of process/project management experience, ideally at another apparel company or retailer
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Proven ability to lead a Go-To-Market process (process management, materials creation, workshop facilitation, cross-functional engagement, executive-level interaction)
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Proven ability to manage large projects covering multiple departments/stakeholders
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An undergraduate degree in a discipline that teaches quantitative analysis, critical thinking, effective communication, and people leadership (e.g., Business). MBA considered an asset.
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Formal people leadership / management experience considered an asset
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Ability to lead and inspire others to action, even in scenarios without formal authority
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Strategic thinker- can understand ‘the big picture’ and exercise good business judgment
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Excels at managing large projects spanning multiple departments and stakeholders
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Meticulous, organized, and able to lead cross-functional teams toward shared goals
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Strong facilitator with the ability tohelp broker robust dialogue and discussion on important topics with executive level audiences
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Excellent communicator and can easily synthesize ideas and share with others (both working-level and executive-level audiences)
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Able to collaborate with other functions/business leaders on complex problems and business issues
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Creative problem solver who can structure, break down, and solve complex business issues
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Analytical mindset and is able to draw conclusions from large and/or complex data sources (both qualitative and quantitative data sets)
What’s in it For You?
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A company built on Canadian roots and heritage
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Your work is recognized with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards Program
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Opportunities for career growth through numerous internal and external programs
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Recognize and be recognized by your peers with our Goose Rewards & ICON Rewards
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Be a part of CG Gives. Donation matching and paid volunteer time to help the organizations you care about
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Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues
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Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow
We believe in the power of inclusion and are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment where all employees can bring their authentic selves to work everyday. We believe every one of our team members enriches our diversity by exposing us to varying ways to understand the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design, produce, and deliver great products and service. Our different perspectives are what enable us to create, dream and live in the open.
Canada Goose is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
There are multiple ways to interview with us! If you require any interview accommodation for your interview, please e-mail us at HR@canadagoose.com.
