Brand Manager

Fairfield, CA (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableMid Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

Top 1% of applicants do these two things.

The other 99% submit and hope. You're about to do something different.

Job Summary

Drive brand strategy and cross-functional launches for Calbee’s Harvest Snaps and BFY portfolio in a hybrid Northern California role.

  • Own brand strategy, budget, and cross-functional launches across BFY segments.
  • Must-have: 5–7 years in consumer brand management in CPG/F&B.
  • Standout: P&L ownership and hybrid onsite schedule in Fairfield, CA.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute brand strategies to drive growth for assigned segments of Harvest Snaps and other local jewels (Weston’s etc.), aligned to business priorities and consumer needs
  • Champion insight-led marketing plans that fuel innovation, drive household penetration, and build brand equity
  • Own the P&L for assigned segments of the BFY portfolio, partnering closely with finance and cross-functional teams to manage budgets, track performance, and identify opportunities to optimize profitability
  • Lead cross-functional initiatives in collaboration with sales, R&D, finance, supply chain, and external agency partners to bring ideas to market
  • Manage day-to-day performance of the brand, including budget ownership, forecasting, volume planning inputs, and in-market tracking
  • Support development and execution of integrated marketing campaigns, including creative brief development, media planning, shopper marketing, and post-campaign measurement
  • Serve as a key partner to sales on customer-facing materials, brand stories, and retail-specific activation plans
  • Monitor market trends, competitive activity, and category dynamics to identify risks and opportunities
  • Translate consumer insights, category dynamics, and competitive activity into compelling innovation concepts with clear consumer benefits and commercial potential.
  • Lead cross-functional project teams through Calbee’s Stage Gate process, partnering with R&D, Operations, Sales, Consumer Insights, and Finance to bring innovation to life: from ideation to launch

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred
  • 5-7 years of experience in consumer brand management or marketing in the CPG or Food & Beverage industry
  • Strong understanding of brand-building fundamentals, including positioning, innovation, and integrated marketing
  • Demonstrated ability to manage projects cross-functionally and bring initiatives to life in market
  • Solid business acumen with experience in budgeting, volume planning, and P&L management
  • Experience working with external agencies (creative, media, insights)
  • Highly organized, resourceful, and action-oriented
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Passion for better-for-you foods and wellness trends is a plus
  • Location: Northern California and able to work a hybrid schedule (minimum 3 days per week onsite at our Fairfield, CA office)
Calbee America logo

Calbee America

Welcome to Calbee America! Our mission is simple yet profound: crafting delightful, natural snacks using premium ingredients that not only taste exceptional but also brighten your day with every bite. Because, let's be honest, isn't that what snacking should be all about?Established in Japan back in 1949, Calbee swiftly rose to prominence as the leading snack food company in the country. In 1970, we brought the irresistible flavors of Shrimp Chips to North America, captivating a whole new audience with our savory offerings. Today, our range of tantalizing snacks continues to expand across the US, offering a plethora of options for those seeking uniquely delicious, better-for-you treats.At Calbee, our flagship brand, Harvest Snaps, continues to expand. With over 13 flavors and varieties to choose from, these crunchy snacks are powered by natural plant protein, fiber filled and crafted from real veggies. Made with authentic flavors and real ingredients, our snacks are always baked to perfection—never fried.From our production facilities in Fairfield, Madera, and Senatobia, we are committed to innovation, continuously launching new products, flavors, and co-manufacturing capabilities. Join us in our quest to redefine snacking, one wholesome bite at a time.For more information, visit www.CalbeeAmerica.com and follow us on social media @HarvestSnaps and @CalbeeUSA. Let's snack smarter, together!

Fairfield, California, USA
258 employees (22 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
9.9K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
35.6%
Direct
45.1%
Referral
5.6%
Social
12.6%
Paid
1%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~258

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
18 (7% of company)

Recent News