Manager - Retail Solutions
Company: Jack Link's
Location: Minneapolis
Posted on: April 19, 2024
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Job Description:
Company DescriptionWhen it comes to being wild, we know a thing
or two. We're not afraid of trying something new or the hard work
it takes to make it happen. It's in our DNA. We've turned a family
recipe into a new snacking category. And the wilderness into the
world's largest meat snack business, that's still proudly family
owned and operated.We're a company built by innovators, and are
driven to not only satisfy your hunger, but to also feed your
journey
whether that journey is on the road, on the run, at the campground,
at the playground, in the office or in the moment. It s a journey
we share with you. It s the journey forward of our people, of our
communities, of our category with a reverence for quality and an
irreverence for the status quo.--At Jack Link's Protein Snacks, we
see every moment of every day as an opportunity to move forward, to
forge new ground. To realize our vision of becoming the World s #1
Protein Snack Company. We never give up. You never give up.
Together, we keep going. Are you wild enough to join us?Jack Link's
Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat
snack manufacturer worldwide. Family-owned and operated with
headquarters in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link s Protein Snacks also
has a large corporate hub in Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. The
company is made up of over 4,000 passionate team members, across 11
countries, who share an uncompromising commitment to delivering
awesome products and feeding the journey of those who move things
forward. The Jack Link s Protein Snacks portfolio of brands
includes, Jack Link s, Lorissa s Kitchen, MATADOR Jerky, BiFi and
Peperami.Job DescriptionThe Manager - Retail Solutions is a key
contributor in retail merchandising strategy, in-store execution,
and retail analytics. They will be responsible for identifying
strategic merchandising opportunities for all retail channels,
management of in-store reporting and measurement tools, creating
compelling in-store merchandising vehicles, and developing retail
execution strategies that lead to results with sales, the customer
and consumer.The duties and responsibilities of this position shall
consist or, but not be limited to, the following:Develop and
execute Jack Link s annual strategic plan to grow our sales, market
share, and overall leadership position in the category.Collaborate
with cross-functional teams, including marketing, supply chain, and
finance, to ensure successful execution of sales strategies and
achieve AOP objectives.Manage the Link Snack s Brands Merchandising
Display process to continuously optimize the-- merchandising
vehicle portfolio for design, production, and implementation
in-marketLead the development of the annual merchandising display
vehicle guide with the partnership of sales, marketing and creative
services that are bigger, bolder and innovativeCollaborate with
Consumer/Business Insights and Channel/Customer Planning Leads to
create compelling, timely, and high impact selling stories that
support the execution of our Perfect Store StandardsPartner with
Brand Marketing Leads on new item innovation to ensure alignment
and executional excellence within Perfect Store StandardsImprove
the Jack Link s sales training programs to ensure ongoing alignment
with Retail Solutions that meet the 5+ points of
interruptionPartner with Customer/Channel Sales Leads and Brand
Manager Segment Leads to ensure compliance to Perfect Store
Standards that ends with execution at retailPerform retail market
visits to identify retailer solutions that can close potential
opportunity gapsResearch new space opportunities at retail to
increase strategic points of distribution and household
penetrationLead execution and reporting associated with In-Store
Reporting Applications and Tools that drive meaningful, actionable
insightsDevelopment of strategic in-store testing plans with key
customer partners in collaboration with the associated cross
functional team membersManage the collection, synthesis, and
analysis of performance tracking data; make recommendations for
improvement and to drive greater business impactPartner with
Channel/Customer Planning Leads to ensure alignment, execution, and
customization for our key retail partners during annual planning
sessionsDevelop a critical understanding of brand, channel, and
customer strategies across the Jack Link s organizationProvide
cross functional team members insights on key competitive
strategies and execution in all applicable retail
channelsCollaborate cross-functionally to implement and ensure
execution of Perfect Store Standards across all channelsDevelop and
broadly implement industry-leading sales materials, insights,
tools, and training that drive retail execution along Perfect Store
StandardsSupporting cross functional partners through merchandising
analysis and marketplace insight deliveryDrives the strategic
development of this role, while finding opportunities for new types
of analysis and collaborating to build the capabilities to support
itQualificationsBachelor's degree in business, marketing, or
equivalent experience.--3+ years account management, sales, or
category management experience within the CPG or Retail Industry3+
years of experience in working with cross functional teams
including sales, marketing, purchasing and creative services,
strong leadership, and communication skills, with the ability to
motivate and inspire a team.Analytical and strategic thinking
skills, with the ability to identify and capitalize on growth
opportunities by being proactive and results driven.Excellent
interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain
relationships with key internal and external customers and
stakeholders.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic
environment.Ability to travel nation-wide 5-10 days per year,
subject to change.REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABLILITIESProven
thorough understanding of the consumer products industryExcellent
verbal and written communication skills; must work effectively with
all levels of management and team membersMust demonstrate effective
leadership, problem solving, presentation, and employee
motivational skills.Proficient in Internet navigation, Microsoft
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.Additional InformationEQUAL
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:Jack Link s provides equal
employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age,
color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental
disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital
status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or
any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or
local law.E-VERIFY:Jack Link s is participant in the federal
E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment
authorization of all newly hired employees.-- For information about
the E-Verify program, please
visit:----http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employeesAll your
information will be kept confidential according to EEO
guidelines.
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