Responsibilities

• Megabrand Strategy & Holistic Brand Leadership
• - Build HERDEZ® into a megabrand across channels by delivering a cohesive, consumer‑led brand strategy spanning brand positioning, portfolio architecture, communication, innovation, and in‑market execution.
• - Assists in development of the annual and multi‑year operating plan, integrating brand strategy, innovation pipeline, financial targets, and commercialization plans.
• P&L Ownership & Business Management
• - Manages the HERDEZ® P&L, including forecasting, pricing, promotional strategy, trade spend, A&P investment, and gross margin delivery.
• - Monitor and analyze volume, market share, profit drivers, and competitive dynamics to inform decisions and optimize growth.
• Close‑In Innovation & Portfolio Management
• - Lead close‑in innovation and renovation to fuel near‑term growth while strengthening brand equity.
• - Partner with R&D, Supply Chain, and Operations to bring consumer‑relevant, margin‑accretive innovation to market on time and on budget.
• - Drive portfolio optimization, including SKU rationalization and mix management, to improve simplicity and profitability.

Requirements

• Education: BA/BS Degree required. MBA a plus. Written and spoken Spanish language skills a plus.
• Three years of marketing and product development or related experience, preferably with a food or beverage company in the consumer packaged goods industry
• Strong working knowledge and understanding of the food industry
• Knowledge of product development concepts and processes
• Experience in new product concept research validation a plus
• Ability to apply leadership, strategic thought and innovation to new product development and business opportunities
• Forecasting skills
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and evaluation skills
• Outstanding project management skills
• Solid financial analysis, planning, budgeting, and costing abilities/experience

Preferred

• MBA a plus
• Experience in new product concept research validation a plus
• Written and spoken Spanish language skills a plus

Benefits

• Top-tier Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary benefit plans
• Company-Matched 401K Retirement plan
• Bonus & Referral programs
• Time-Off benefits for Holidays, Vacation & Sick
• Career Development, Training, and Opportunities
• Engagement & Team-Building Events