Category Manager, Convenience

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<p><b><span>Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao’s Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder’s of <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Hanover. Swanson,</span> and V8. </span></b></p><p></p><p><b><span>Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.</span></b></p><p></p><p><b>Why Campbell’s…</b></p><ul><li>Benefits begin on day one and include medical, dental, short and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance (for individual, families, and domestic partners).</li><li>Employees are eligible for our matching 401(k) plan and can enroll on the first day of employment with immediate vesting.</li><li>Campbell’s offers unlimited sick time along with paid time off and holiday pay.</li><li>If in WHQ – free access to the fitness center. Access to on-site day care (operated by Bright Horizons) and company store.</li><li>Giving back to the communities where our employees work and live is very important to <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Campbell’s.  </span> Our “Campbell’s Cares” program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually.</li><li>Campbell’s has a variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support employees.</li></ul><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p><b><span>How you will make history here... </span></b></p><p><span>As a member of the Campbell Snacks Category Management Team, the Category Manager, Convenience will be responsible for accelerating strategic and tactical thought leadership for our convenience channel customers. This person will be responsible for leading and executing against team growth objectives, partner on category reviews, monthly performance tracking, and be the trusted advisor for retailers. This person will partner with key retailer decision makers aligning on priorities, insight needs and whitespace identification to drive Campbell Snacks strategic retailer partnerships forward. This person will use point-of-sale, loyalty and shopper data to create clear actionable category recommendations. This role will focus across all Campbell Snacks products and categories.</span></p><p></p><p><span>This role is fully remote. Preferred geography is Central or Eastern Time Zones.</span></p><p><br><b><span>What you will do...</span></b></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Proactively develop collaborative relationships with our retail partners to be viewed as a trusted resource for category insights and objective growth opportunities</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Actively advise Retailers partners on category and shopper centric opportunities to grow market share</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Leads the development of category strategy and assists customer with integrated category strategy development</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Leads strategic and tactical recommendations on the Distribution, Shelving, Merchandising and Pricing (DSMP) goals to improve overall category performance.</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Responsible for developing customer specific presentation of relevant consumer insights, competitive responses, and new item/category selling strategies.</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Actively lead and participate in preparation of line reviews and reoccurring customer category reviews, JBP plans, and Top to Top meetings.</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Lead comprehensive understanding of plan-o-gram insights and assortment to help identify and drive strategic sales opportunities and customer growth objectives.</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Develops strong working relationships with category leadership, buyers, and cross functional departments. </span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Provides distribution forecast on managed accounts as input into Campbell Snacks IBP cycle</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Category Manager, Convenience will work with buyers, insights teams, and senior leaders with the goal of driving strategic category direction. This role will require professionalism, executive presence, ability to balance customer/Campbells daily.</span></p><p></p><p><b><span>Who you will work with...</span></b></p><p><span>Works with cross-functional groups including the retailer, internal customer team(s), and World HQ resources.</span></p><p></p><p><b><span>What you bring to the table... (Must have)</span></b></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Bachelor’s Degree required</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> 4</span></span></span><span>+ years’ experience in Category Management or data analytics role in the CPG industry </span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>1-3+ years IRI or Nielsen syndicated data experience </span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Excellent analytical skills and attention to details</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Robust communication and interpersonal skills</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Ability to think strategically</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Problem Solving & Analytical Ability</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Strong technical skills (ProSpace, Excel, Power BI, etc.)</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>POG software (Blue Yonder) and experience with loyalty models</span></p><p><br><b><span>It would be great if you have... (Nice to have)</span></b></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Master in Category & Shopper Knowledge</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Expert in strategic storytelling</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Fluid in planogram drawing</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>High degree of self-motivation and discipline</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Exceptional organization and communication skills (both written & verbal)</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Excels at math, analytics, and problem-solving</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Ability to work with a wide variety of individuals within the organization and maintain regular contact with all stakeholders</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Team oriented with the ability to work independently</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Initiative and ability to work with various individuals and groups inside and outside the company progressing towards a common goal</span></p><p><span><span>·<span> </span></span></span>Ability to travel 15%</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Compensation and Benefits:</b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between </span></p>$87,900-$126,400<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left">Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.</b></p>

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