**Overview:** **Associate Manager, Partnership** Mississauga, 3 days on site permanent, full-time We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven **Associate Manager, Partnership** to lead and execute key initiatives for our partner brands. This role is pivotal in driving new product introductions, managing product transitions, and fostering strong cross-functional collaboration to ensure the successful execution of brand strategies. **ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:** + Lead, execute and drive new product introductions (NPI), including being the project owner of stage gate presentations, timeline, and milestone management, + Work cross functionally to coordinate and manage artwork, packaging, production, and product flow. + Lead the transitions and exit of current products through managing end of life (EOL) and transitions cross-functional work including obsolesces for finished goods, packaging, and other materials. + Support in the management of partner relationships and act as the primary contact for cross-functional teams, and US counterparts; including contractual governance and compliance, internal and external communication, partner satisfaction, and key delivery and profitability metrics (# of items, volume, revenue, margin, delivery, forecast and fulfillment rates, etc.). + Lead the activation of partner brand plans by developing an integrated project milestones and timelines and communicate it effectively to cross functional teams and acting as project owner + Support the Development of the partner brands annual brand plan and manages the strategy for all their product forms and channels; prioritization based on consumer and market needs/insights. + Participate and support in partnership discussions and negotiations with new and existing brand partners from initial conversations through business case and deal closure. + Collaborate with US R&D and regulatory teams to develop and adapt product for the Canadian market + Build strong relationships with demand planning, supply chain, sales, finance and other teams to ensure partner strategy is being executed in order to achieve our business objectives + Track projects against set objectives, analyze and evaluate success of the projects, and pursue path to optimization + Responsible for P&L / budget planning process and the execution for its client/partner portfolio + Compile and analyze sales report and market data (Nielson) to provide recommendations on product portfolio. **Responsibilities:** **QUALIFICATIONS** : + Bachelor's degree required, + Project Management and/or Six Sigma Certifications are key assets. + Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. + Ideally, 3 years of experience in client management + Solid understanding of new product launches, transitions, and exits. + Outstanding project management and organizational skills to ensure tight deadlines are met, both internally and externally. + Excellent communication skills, including written and presentation skills. + Takes initiative with enthusiasm for acquiring new skills and knowledge. + Advanced analytic and problem-solving skills. + Strong in building relationships cross-functionally internally and with customers externally. **COMPETENCIES** + Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). + Nielsen Workstation Plus + MS Project + Capacity to travel in Canada and US (5%-10% of time) + Capacity to work in collaborative environment + Capacity to work in a constant evolution and fast paced environment Join our team and be a part of something more. Grow your career with us and join a unique culture that’s proud of its integrity, innovation, and growth. _Keurig Dr Pepper Canada is a leading multi-national beverage company, with offices all over the world and across Canada.  From coast to coast, Keurig Dr Pepper Canada offers a beverage for everyone, for every occasion and for all Canadians. Because of the global and national scope of the role we are recruiting for above, as well as the cross functional needs required of this role, we have_ _determined_ _that French & English language (written and spoken) are_ _required_ _._ _We have further evaluated that the English knowledge already_ _required_ _from other employees is insufficient for the performance of the duties requiring the knowledge of English and that the number of positions for which we_ _require_ _such knowledge is the smallest possible to ensure the effective accomplishment of our mission._ **Qualifications:** Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a modern beverage company with a bold vision built to deliver growth and opportunity. We operate with a differentiated business model and world-class brand portfolio, powered by a talented and engaged team that is anchored in our values. We work with big, exciting beverage brands and the #1 single-serve coffee brewing system in North America at KDP, and we have fun doing it! Together, we have built a leading beverage company in North America offering hot and cold beverages together at scale. Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation, and growth. Will you join us? We strive to be an employer of choice (https://careers.keurigdrpepper.com/) , providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team of ~28,000 employees to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work. Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Keurig Dr Pepper recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Keurig Dr Pepper recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.