Manager, Commercial Learning

Maple Leaf Foods • Full-time • Mississauga, ON, Canada • 1m ago

\r\n\r\nJob Description\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nThe Opportunity:\r\n\r\nThe Manager, Commercial Learning is a key driver of growth and transformation. This role partners with leaders across Marketing, Sales, and other functions to build the capabilities that matter most for future success. It designs and delivers learning experiences that go beyond training—unlocking performance, accelerating results, and creating measurable impact. The work enables people to perform at their best and positions the organization to thrive in a rapidly changing marketplace.\r\n \r\n\r\nAny MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by December 19. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.\r\n \r\n\r\nReason for vacancy: Increment Headcount\r\nCompensation: $94,000 - $141,000 CAD base pay annually plus annual short-term incentive\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nKey Accountabilities:\r\n\r\n\r\n\tConsult with commercial leaders to identify capability gaps (e.g., category management, customer development, commercial finance) and co-create annual learning priorities.\r\n\tDesign scalable, role-relevant programs (sales enablement, product/category knowledge, negotiation, account planning) across commercial teams.\r\n\tEmbed modern enablement practices (playbooks, tools, coaching, microlearning) to drive adoption and seller productivity; partner with Sales Enablement/Marketing.\r\n\tDefine success metrics tied to commercial KPIs (pipeline velocity, win rates, forecast accuracy, skill proficiency) and manage ROI.\r\n\tInfluence cross-functional adoption and knowledge sharing; communicate program value and change impacts to stakeholders.\r\n\tManage vendors and budget; ensure consistency, accessibility, and continuous improvement across initiatives.\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nWhat You’ll Bring:\r\n\r\n\r\n\tExperience in commercial learning or sales enablement, ideally within CPG or similar go-to-market environments.\r\n\tAbility to translate business strategy and data into capability roadmaps and learning solutions that improve seller effectiveness.\r\n\tCommitment to embedding DEI principles into all learning solutions to foster an inclusive, high-performance culture.\r\n\tKnowledge of competency frameworks for sales roles and proficiency-based assessment; comfort with CRM/reporting ecosystems.\r\n\tStrong facilitation and communication; adept at stakeholder alignment and influencing adoption.\r\n\tProject management, vendor management, and budget ownership; bias for measurable outcomes and value delivery.\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nHow You’ll Measure Success\r\n\r\n\r\n\tExecution against annual commercial learning roadmap and milestones.\r\n\tEnablement impact: participation, skill lift, tool/process adoption, manager coaching cadence.\r\n\tCommercial outcomes: improved pipeline health, win rates, cycle time, forecast accuracy (where applicable).\r\n\tPartnership quality across Marketing, Sales, RDT/RDM, and HR.\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nWhat We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:\r\n\r\n\r\n\tBeing part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.\r\n\tAn inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best. \r\n\tCompetitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.\r\n\tDefined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.\r\n\tLearning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.\r\n\tComprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.\r\n\tSupporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n