CATEGORY PRODUCT MANAGER

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Category Manageru00A0u00A0Purpose and Scope/General Summary: Pilgrimu2019s is searching for a Category Manager to develop complex data modeling, create dynamic and insight driven reporting, and perform aggregated market research that will create and leverage high value insights that deliver innovative and sustainable value, operational efficiencies, and risk mitigation to the organization. u00A0This role will help manage, provide, and optimize our strategic and enterprise pricing across all Brands, Retail/Foodservice channels by collaborating directly with our national sales force and the BU.Candidates mustu2026 be a cultural fit for Pilgrimu2019s, take initiative, communicate, work independently & cross functionally, build meaningful relationships, simplify complex analysis, and provide actionable fact-based recommendations to deliver results.u00A0This role will be in the office of Greeley, Colorado, at the JBS USA corporate and report into the Director of Business Development and Analytics.Responsibilities: Organize, prepare, and maintain large, complex datasets for analysis and interpretation by the business. Produce robust, intelligent, and dynamic pricing which take into account the competitive landscape, industry trends, and at-the-market factors. Raises concerns when scope of analysis may not align with time available and can choose an appropriate scope of analysis to conduct balancing ROI to time available. Understands the business value, process, and expectations before focusing on choice of a technical solution. Ability to focus on the now but to see the horizon. It is critical that the candidate can move seamlessly between short-term planning and long-term planning. Implement tracking and analytics for key performance indicators of spend and work in coordination with Manager and sales team to improve return or realize pounds, velocity, and incremental sales from promotion. Manage comprehensive processes of winning distribution. Ensuring that we have the right product on the right shelf, that we can win market share within the category, and execute a promotional strategy that optimizes incremental sales while maintaining the required contribution margin. Execute monthly and quarterly pricing and promotion activities as needed, cross-functionally in coordination with finance, customer service, category, and sales. Leverage IRI, Retail Link, 84.51 Stratum, SAP and CRM platform (Customer Relationship Management u2013 Blacksmith/Telus) to understand brand position and prioritize high value targets, in coordination with our sales team. Other duties as assigned u00A0Qualifications: Modelsu2019 behaviors that support the Pilgrimu2019s values: Determination, Simplicity, Availability, Humility, Sincerity, Discipline and Ownership. Must have working industry experience with commodity pricing and strategic implementation of pricing changes in the marketplace. Ability to u201Csee through the fogu201D, by taking disparate data sets and tie them together to tell a story quickly, dynamically, and functionally for the organization to consumer. Proven ability to analyze data, develop insights, deliver recommendations & drive results. Proficient communication skills, capable of influencing cross-functional behavior. Ability to work within a matrix organization as a proven collaborator and problem solver. CPG industry application experience preferred; Telus, Blacksmith, Forge, Interflex, etc. Excellent skills with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) to drive simple and effective communication to all levels of the organization. 5 years category or technical analyst experience in Retail/Foodservice/CPG required. Bacheloru2019s Degree u2013 business, planning, analytics or finance preferred. Travel up to 10% as needed for strategic sales support. As a salaried position with the company, you may be required to travel at some point to other facilities, to attend Company events, or as a representative of the Company in other situations. Unless otherwise specified in this posting, the amount of travel may vary and the most qualified candidate must be willing and able to travel as business needs dictate.u00A0More about us:u00A0 This role is at the center of all strategic development in Pilgrims Retail and Foodservice. Opportunities for career expansion with our growing and high-powered team are limitless for those that drive results. Headquartered in Northern COu2014Fort Collins and Loveland are a 30-minute drive from the corporate office. Learn more about our corporate culture at Pilgrims.com. We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full time employees. Our culture promotes involvement and community service. We offer opportunities to participate in charitable causes across Northern CO communities. Learn more about us at Pilgrims.com and about our foodservice division at Poultry.com. u00A0The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits:Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays;401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;Base salary range of $85,000 - $100,000; andIncentive Pay: This position is eligible to participate in the Companyu2019s annual bonus plan, the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program;u00A0For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, JBS and Pilgrimu2019s is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to a candidateu2019s relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiencies for the role.u00A0The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct a drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.u00A0About us: Pilgrimu2019s is the second largest chicken producer in the world, with operations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Mexico and the U.K. Pilgrimu2019s processes, prepares, packages and delivers fresh, further-processed and value-added poultry products for sale to customers in more than 100 countries, employs more than 50,000 people and contracts with more than 5,200 family farmers. Pilgrimu2019s is headquartered in beautiful Greeley, Colorado, at the JBS USA corporate office where our 1,200 employees enjoy more than 300 days of sunshine a year. u00A0Our mission: To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members. Our core values are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity u00A0EOE/Vets/Disability u00A0

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