Brand Manager

Responsibilities

• New Item Development:
• Create R&D briefs including product design, pricing and packaging
• Create volume forecast for all new item projects
• Coordinate & facilitate bi-weekly new item meeting for Retail
• Work with cross functional team to bring new items to market
• Support new item development of new US & Canada pasta line extensions
• Support the expansion into new pasta categories/formats and brands
• Build customer sell in decks for new item projects
• Ensure all projects are launched on time
• Uncover insights to aid in new item development

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or closely related field is required, MBA Preferred
• 3+ years’ experience in ABM/Brand Management required
• Experience with Consumer-Packaged Goods industry required
• Strong analytical, intrapersonal, & communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and bring structure to complex, fast-paced environments
• Strong work ethic with a consistent drive to deliver results and meet commitments
• Capable of balancing collaboration and assertiveness—able to influence stakeholders while confidently sharing perspectives
• Thrives in a hands-on, entrepreneurial environment with a willingness to roll up sleeves and execute at all levels
• Appreciation for and ability to thrive within a family-owned business culture
• Ability to work with a wide variety of individuals inside & outside the organization and maintain regular contact with all stakeholders

Preferred

• MBA Preferred