Ice Cream US Sales Associate Manager - Hershey

Unilever; Englewood Cliffs (NJ); On-site; USD 86,080 - 129,120; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Parental leave

Paid time off

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

A leading global ice cream manufacturer is seeking an Ice Cream US Sales Associate Manager. This role focuses on customer and channel strategy to drive growth. Candidates should possess strong decision-making and business acumen, with a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience in consumer goods or sales.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in consumer goods, sales, or customer development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement channel-specific business plans.
• Translate brand strategies into actionable channel strategies.
• Analyze trends, promotions, and programs for effectiveness.

Skills

Decision-making

Business acumen

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Ice Cream US Sales Associate Manager - Hershey

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Job Details

Location: Englewood Cliffs, NJ

Terms & Conditions: Full Time

Company Overview

The Magnum Ice Cream Company, part of Unilever, is a leading global ice cream manufacturer with iconic brands like Wall’s, Cornetto, and Ben & Jerry’s. We are committed to growth, innovation, and creating memorable ice cream experiences. We are preparing to become an independent, publicly listed company by the end of 2025.

Job Purpose

The Customer & Channel Strategy Associate Manager (ACCSM) acts as the voice of the customer and shopper, ensuring channel and customer insights inform brand and category plans. This role includes responsibilities for licensing brands like Hershey’s (Reese’s, Almond Joy).

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop and implement channel-specific business plans to drive growth and category development.
2. Translate brand strategies into actionable channel and customer strategies.
3. Lead or support brand projects to meet revenue and trade investment goals.
4. Utilize tools like PEA and dashboards for customer investment and profitable growth.
5. Analyze trends, promotions, and programs for effectiveness.
6. Contribute to the S&OP process for brand/category planning.
7. Provide insights on category building, SKU portfolio, and consumer needs.
8. Foster ownership and resolve issues proactively.
9. Leverage digital tools to improve work efficiency and communication.
10. Build strong internal and external networks for stakeholder management and influence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• 2+ years in consumer goods, sales, or customer development
• Understanding of customer operations and channel drivers
• Decision-making skills in ambiguous situations
• Strong business and financial acumen

Compensation & Benefits

Pay range: $86,080 to $129,120, bonus eligible, LTI eligible. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, parental leave, paid time off, and voluntary benefits.

What We Offer

• Inclusive culture for growth
• Health and well-being benefits
• Global career opportunities
• Sustainable practices and purpose-driven work

Additional Information

Unilever values diversity and inclusion. Employment is contingent upon background checks and screening. Accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.