Brand Manager, Innovation

Blue Diamond Growers

Sacramento, CA


Work Shift:

Day

Pay Type:

Salary

Hourly Rate (if applicable):

N/A

Targeted Base Salary Range (if applicable):

$92,800.00 - $120,400.00

JOB OVERVIEW:

The Brand Manager, Innovation is responsible for supporting the ongoing commercialization of the Innovation Pipeline to achieve volume and profit growth objectives for current Blue Diamond Brands and new.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Contribute to the Innovation Strategic Plan and Innovation P&Ls for all current and new brands
  • Support the 5-yr strategic growth plan
  • Contribute to the annual AOP to meet volume, revenue and profit goals
  • Evaluate pipeline portfolio and optimize for profitability and growth
  • Ensure budget compliance and timely and accurate reporting
  • Lead innovation projects linked to strategic blueprints and multi-year growth platforms
  • Take innovation initiatives from concept through to launch.
  • Build a deep understanding of the brand and the consumer
  • Leverage insights, research and analyze market data to identify and define opportunities
  • Drive P&L development for the new innovation and evaluates alternatives to meet financial launch hurdles
  • Create smart go-to-market strategies that leverage Blue Diamond’s existing strengths while leading teams to develop new muscle
  • Lead cross functional teams - manages communication and project details including Stage-Gate documents, timelines, meeting agendas, notes, etc.
  • Generate product and package specifications, new item codes, UPC codes, etc.
  • Create presentations to onboard internal stakeholders and facilitate sales calls
  • Represent innovation marketing in key account sales calls as needed
  • Provide continuity and support to Brand & Sales Teams as they take responsibility of new product launches
  • Rally support behind the vision and exhibits optimism. Translates vision and strategy into explicit plans and action.
  • Create an inclusive and creative environment, embracing diverse viewpoints and draws on talents and ideas from all parts of the organization.
  • Facilitate open-ended, non-judgmental discussions to find new solutions where everyone has a voice.
  • Incorporate novel and seemingly disparate ideas from different industries, cultures, and employees. Sees opportunities others do not.
  • Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field
  • 5+ years of Brand Management or Marketing or Innovation experience
  • Minimum of 2 years of commercial Innovation or related experience Familiarity with traditional consumer research methodologies including CLTs, focus groups, concept tests, etc.
  • Experience in accessing and analyzing iRi/SPINs data Experience in working with agencies (advertising, media, packaging, etc.) & external partners (development, manufacturing)
  • Passion for all things Innovation & the day-to-day joy and challenges it brings
  • Highly Curious & Results-driven Self-starter – comfortable “figuring it out” and helping others do the same
  • Outstanding interpersonal & communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Ability to influence & lead others exceptional story-teller
  • Quantitative strength, very comfortable with data analytical thinker and structured problem solver
  • Highly organized with a proven ability to effectively manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment
  • High energy, charismatic, innovative, and creative.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES

  • Certified Project Manager Knowledge of SAP

PHYSICAL DEMANDS - Office demands include extensive use of telephone and computer

WORK ENVIRONMENT - Position highly collaborative and at times demanding; time may be spent working outside of office. Travel required 5-10% of the time.


WHY BLUE DIAMOND?

In addition to working at the world’s largest, state-of-the-art almond manufacturer, we offer a safe and collaborative team environment, with numerous opportunities for free training and career advancement. Check out the BDG Benefits, Health & Wellness Guide HERE .

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Blue Diamond Growers (BDG) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. BDG provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information. BDG also complies with all provisions of the U.S. Government's Executive Order 11246 dated September 24, 1965 and the rules, regulations and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor.
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