Sr. Brand Manager - Plant-Based Away-From-Home

About The Job

Reporting to the Vice President of Silk Beverages, the Senior Brand Manager, Plant-Based Away From Home (PB AFH) will develop and execute the AFH strategy across the entire PB portfolio beverages, cheese, and frozen (ice cream and novelties) for Silk, So Delicious Dairy Free, and Follow Your Heart. This role can be based in White Plains, NY or Broomfield, CO!

They will work closely with the leader of each category to deliver against near- and long-term marketing objectives, driving thought leadership, innovation, and prioritization across categories and across commercial/non-commercial segments in AFH.

The ideal candidate will think strategically and act pragmatically to identify, develop, and execute business plans that align with the overall brand plans set forth by each category team. They will be a growth-minded leader who thinks and acts in a disciplined, yet disruptive way and who can thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. They will have a strong ability to collaborate and influence.

Responsibilities

• Business Management Develop strong cross-functional relationships with key partners, including D2D (R&I, Demand & Supply chain), Commercial, and Finance to create and execute growth plans for the PB AFH portfolio, including management/optimization of existing business as well as commercialization of new products.
• General Management Skills Operate like an owner, taking responsibility for project and business performance. Act like an entrepreneur - identify opportunities and work with partners to unlock them.
• Thought Leadership Collaborate with AFH Sales leads and Category Commercial team to translate consumer and operator understanding into effective new ideas to drive the business and programming for the channel.
• Project Leadership Drive a vision in creating impactful brand/product launches for AFH. Develop clear insights, brief key partners (R&I, Packaging, etc) and lead cross-functional teams in the development and execution of innovation from ideation through launch.
• Collaborate with category owners to ensure cohesive business plans.

About You

About you

• You have Bachelor's degree; MBA preferred
• You have 5+ years progressive marketing experience with increasing responsibility and a proven track record of success in sizeable companies. Experience in Food & Beverage is a plus.
• You have experience in marketing to or for commercial operators (strongly preferred)
• You have a strong ability to switch between big picture and detail to drive projects forward without losing sight of the overall goals
• You possess strategic and analytical thinking ability to shape a vision and strategy and translate into concrete actions/plans
• You have the ability to learn quickly and desire to develop new skills outside of comfort zone
• You have a passion for brands and marketing, strong brand management skills across all fundamentals
• You have a passion for managing & developing talent design project list, provide ownership and empowerment in projects, train and coach, lead by example
• You have strong communication skills verbal, written and executive presence to clearly communicate objectives, gain alignment, and present their business up and down the organization

The base compensation range for this position is $108k-$161k commensurate with experience. Danone North America additionally offers a performance-based bonus and has a strong benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Time Off, and Paid Parental Bonding Leave, among other benefit plan options. To give our employees flexibility, Danone is a hybrid work environment with opportunities to work both remotely and in office when desired.

About Us

About us

At Danone North America, you ll work with some of the best-known food and beverage brands in the world like Activia, Silk, Horizon Organic, Two Good, Oikos, evian, and Happy Family. You ll be part of one of the largest Certified B Corps in the world, working together to make sure our brands create real benefits for people, communities, and the planet. We have 6,000+ employees across the U.S. and Canada. Come join our movement for a healthier world One Planet. One Health BY YOU.

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