Associate Brand Manager

The Associate Brand Manager makes an impact by -

They will lead initiatives and managing projects to support the growth of the Turkey Hill brand into an east coast powerhouse. As such, you must possess a strong ability to understand consumer needs and critically think through and analyze data. The ABM must possess the ability to report on strategic initiatives and business results to a range of audiences including senior leadership and other cross-functional teams. The ABM must also have a deep understanding of the external environment including general trends impacting business, competitive assessments, and both consumers and customers. Ideal candidates for this role will have an entrepreneurial spirit and business-owner mentality as well as a passion for brand and business development.

Come check out Turkey Hill! –

We’re a growing, nationwide company, born and raised in Southcentral Pennsylvania, that has been creating delicious ice cream and beverages since 1931. We offer competitive pay, great benefits, and leadership development opportunities with career-growth potential – join our team today!

The Associate Brand Manager makes an impact by –

• Owns and leads projects and activities within and outside of the company that will result in successful implementation of marketing plans
• Identifies growth opportunities including promotion, production innovation, pricing, product optimizations, retail/shopper programs, and other key actions that could affect overall profit and share position
• Monitors performance indicators and provide in-depth analysis by product line, SKU, distributor, sales region, and financial impact to determine said growth opportunities
• Analyzes data and other information to draw insights and conclusions to make tactical business decisions related to the business environment, competitors, customers, market trends, and implications to your area of responsibility
• Engages directly with the sales team and other functional areas including Research & Development, Legal, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, and Government Regulations as well as customers to drive results
• Communicates of strategic initiatives and analysis of business results to senior leadership and other audiences
• Completes monthly forecasts and budget projections
• Performs all duties within established Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) regulations, fleet safety and general safety guidelines; including the use of all personal protective equipment and devices as required.
• Provides guidance to assure programs, policies and practices are implemented and effective to produce safe quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements.
• Supports the development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of the Safe Quality Food (SQF) 2000 System.
• Holds all employees accountable to the Turkey Hill Food Safety and Quality Principles.
• Demonstrates knowledge of continuous improvement and lean methodology.
• Demonstrates the ability to engage and coach associates to effectively work in department and cross-functional teams to define and implement process improvements that provide value to the customer
• Demonstrates the ability to lead or facilitate department and cross-functional teams through implementation of continuous improvement projects
• Performs all other tasks as assigned by their supervisor

You could be a great fit if you have these things –

• B.S. or B.A. in Marketing or similar field of study (MBA preferred but not required)
• 3 years of brand marketing experience preferred, ideally with consumer-packaged goods (CPG)
• Strong ability to understand consumer needs, route-to-market channels and price pack architecture
• Strong critical thinking and data analytics ability
• Ability to lead, motivate and collaborate across a cross-functional team of stakeholders and drive decision-making
• Effective time management and prioritization skills to execute tasks within tight timeframes and deadlines
• Agility to shift and adapt to changing priorities, proactively anticipating obstacles and flexibility to seek alternative solutions in order to keep projects on track
• Strong business and financial acumen and holistic general management approach
• Strong communication and presentation skills

Our associates enjoy these awesome benefits –

• Medical, dental, vision & prescription
• Life insurance, short-term & long-term disability
• 401(k) with company match – immediately vested
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Earn vacation and PTO
• Educational assistance reimbursement
• Company bonus plan
• Free ice cream and beverages!

Mandatory Notice to Staffing Agencies, Placement Services, and Professional Recruiters

Turkey Hill, LLC has an internal Staffing Department. Recruiters are hereby specifically directed NOT to contact Turkey Hill employees directly in an attempt to present candidates.

Turkey Hill will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Turkey Hill, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Turkey Hill mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Turkey Hill employees, or to Turkey Hill’s resume database will be considered Turkey Hill property. Turkey Hill will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Turkey Hill will consider any candidate for whom a Recruiter has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Recruiter free of any charges or fees.

Turkey Hill will not pay a fee to any Recruiter that does not have a signed Turkey Hill contract in place specific to the position for which the resume was submitted.

Recruiting vendor agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Turkey Hill’s Human Resources Manager or his or her designee. No other Turkey Hill employee is authorized to bind Turkey Hill to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Recruiters. By submitting a candidate to Turkey Hill, recruiters agree to be bound and comply with this policy.