Company DescriptionBeer Canada is the national voice of brewers of all sizes and regions across the country, representing members who produce about 90% of the beer consumed in Canada each year. We advocate for a fair and competitive policy environment for the brewing sector, supporting the entire value chain from agriculture to final consumption. Beer Canada is a leading source of data, analysis and insight on Canada’s beer industry for governments, stakeholders and the public, and promotes the moderate, responsible enjoyment of beer by adults of legal drinking age.
Role DescriptionBeer Canada is seeking a senior economist and commodity tax policy expert to provide strategic advice, economic research and financial analysis on complex legislative and regulatory issues with significant fiscal implications for Canada’s brewing sector.
Reporting to the President, the Chief Economist is a key member of Beer Canada’s senior management team, responsible for assessing federal and provincial government policies and regulations affecting the brewing industry and translating economic and market research into actionable insights. This is a full-time role based in Toronto, Ontario.
Tax policy and regulatory analysis- Quantify the fiscal impacts of federal, provincial and territorial government policies on brewing industry costs and consumer prices, including changes or proposed changes to:
- Beer and beverage alcohol tax rates, including markups and fees applied by provincial liquor boards.
- Alcohol pricing regulations introduced or considered by governments and their departments and agencies.
- Extended producer responsibility (EPR) fees affecting recycling costs across Canadian jurisdictions.
- Provide strategic leadership in research and analysis of beverage alcohol tax policy, including the development and evaluation of Beer Canada’s policy positions.
- Assess complex federal and provincial beverage alcohol regulatory requirements affecting the importation, distribution, production and sale of beer, and provide strategic advice.
Economic analysis and market research- Develop and publish regular reports on economic conditions and trends affecting Canada’s brewing industry.
- Leverage an in-depth understanding of beer’s domestic value-added supply chain to help inform and influence public policy decisions.
- Forecast market trends and evaluate their implications for beer demand, industry growth and long-term market opportunities.
- Conduct scenario and sensitivity analyses to quantify the potential effects of taxation, regulatory changes and broader economic conditions on beer sales, industry revenues and government tax receipts.
- Translate research findings into actionable insights to inform industry strategy, government relations and policy development.
- Support Beer Canada’s government relations and communications teams in developing policy positions, briefing materials and other resources for engagement with federal and provincial government officials.
Qualifications- A degree in economics.
- A minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience, preferably in the beverage alcohol sector.
- Strong financial modelling, forecasting and analytical skills, particularly in relation to complex beverage alcohol taxation and pricing policies and regulations.
- Ability to interpret complex financial data, pricing requirements and policies, and clearly communicate their implications for brewing industry participants.
- Ability to evaluate policy options and provide advice on their legislative, financial and operational implications.
- Ability to integrate economic, demographic, consumer and industry data to develop forecasts and assess market and policy impacts.
- Experience conducting complex financial and technical policy analysis, communicating findings, presenting recommendations and providing strategic advice.
- Understanding of the federal and provincial beverage alcohol regulatory frameworks.
- Familiarity with government policy development, decision-making, and legislative and regulatory processes.
- Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to prepare briefing materials, correspondence and recommendations in support of legislative and policy initiatives.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or other financial analysis and modelling software.
- Bilingualism (English and French) is a strong asset.
Beer Canada welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodation is available on request at any stage of the recruitment process.
