Sr Associate Product Manager

The Sr. Associate Product Manager is charged with leading the development and execution of business plans for the retail fresh chicken business. This position is key to delivering the annual financial and long-term strategic plans of the company. Will be responsible for initiating and executing business building projects involving private label and branded products. This individual will collaborate across the organization to execute initiatives and deliver objectives.

Participate in the development and execution of chicken business unit objectives, strategies, and tactics for the assigned product lines and plants

Contribute to annual chicken business unit plan objectives and strategies

Project leader for cross functional commercialization of new branded and private label products, or changes to existing ones. Manages packaging artwork with creative team and sourcing

Innovation support to bring new products to market

Collaborate directly with retailers and field sales for key customer initiatives

Coordinate with Product Management, Plant Personnel, Sourcing, Transportation and the Distribution Center to ensure high performance levels

Strategic forecasting for assigned product lines

Lead external audit and certifications related to product claims