The Hershey Company

Assoc Mgr Functional Shelf

The Hershey Company • $80K — $95K *
Hershey, PA 17033In-Person
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years in consumer insights, market research, or data analysis within a business context.
  • Strong proficiency in data visualization and business intelligence tools.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for conveying complex data insights.
  • Experience collaborating cross-functionally on diverse projects.
  • Bachelor's degree in relevant fields such as Marketing, Economics, or related disciplines.

Responsibilities

  • Lead cross-functional analytics projects by scoping, planning, and executing analyses.
  • Design and enhance dashboards for multiple stakeholders, ensuring aligned definitions.
  • Interpret complex data to identify trends and provide actionable recommendations.
  • Collaborate across functions to establish and harmonize KPIs and reporting standards.
  • Identify and implement improvements in data structures and analytics capabilities.

Benefits

  • Health coverage including medical, dental, and vision, with wellness programs.
  • Competitive pay with annual incentive opportunities and a 401(k) plan with company match.
  • Paid time off, company holidays, and flexible working options where applicable.
  • Career development programs and opportunities for learning and internal mobility.
Full Job Description
Location: Remote

How will you fit in the big picture?

The Associate Manager Functional Shelf role independently leads analytical projects or workstreams that span multiple teams or functions. It applies intermediate practical expertise to analyze complex datasets, interpret market, consumer, and shopper trends, and translate findings into clear recommendations. The role shapes how stakeholders understand performance drivers, tradeoffs, and opportunities, balancing speed, accuracy, and interpretability while operating with limited supervision.

What will you do?

  • Lead Analytics Workstreams That Span Multiple Teams This responsibility involves scoping, planning, and executing analyses that require input from different functions or data sources. It coordinates requirements, timelines, and outputs to keep workstreams aligned and on track. Effective leadership of these efforts improves the quality and impact of cross-functional decision-making.
  • Design and Enhance Dashboards for Broader Business Use This responsibility focuses on creating and refining dashboards that serve multiple stakeholder groups with varying needs. It selects appropriate visualizations, builds flexible filtering, and ensures definitions are aligned across teams. Well-structured dashboards help standardize how performance is viewed and discussed.
  • Interpret Complex Data Sets and Provide Clear Recommendations This responsibility includes applying statistical and analytical techniques to identify relationships, drivers, and opportunities in complex datasets, including consumer, shopper, and market data where relevant. It synthesizes findings into concise narratives that highlight implications and suggested actions. Clear recommendations support more decisive and targeted business responses.
  • Collaborate Across Functions to Align on KPIs and Definitions This responsibility entails working with partners to harmonize key metrics, business rules, and reporting standards. It facilitates discussions to resolve discrepancies and documents agreed definitions. Consistent KPIs enable more accurate performance comparisons and reduce confusion in business reviews.
  • Support Continuous Improvement of Data and Analytics Capabilities This responsibility involves identifying enhancements to data structures, reporting tools, or analytical methods based on recurring needs. It pilots improvements, gathers feedback, and shares results with the broader analytics community. Continuous improvement efforts help the organization evolve its analytics maturity over time.


Minimum Education & Requirements

Experience:
  • Minimum of 3 years of practical experience in consumer insights, market research, data analysis, or related fields within a business context is required.
  • Strong proficiency with data visualization tools, business intelligence platforms, and advanced analytical techniques is highly desirable. Excellent communication skills are critical for articulating complex insights clearly and persuasively. Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and managing multifaceted projects will be advantageous.

Education:
  • A Bachelor's degree is essential, preferably in Consumer Research, Market Research, Quantitative Analysis, Economics, Psychology, Sociology, Marketing, Management, or a related discipline.


Benefits and Perks

At Hershey, we offer competitive pay and a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your wellbeing, financial security, and life outside of work.
  • Health & Wellbeing: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus wellness programs that support your physical and mental health
  • Financial Security: Competitive pay, annual incentive opportunities, and a 401(k) with company match
  • Time Off & Flexibility: Paid time off, company holidays, and flexible ways of working where applicable
  • Growth & Development: Career development programs, learning opportunities, and internal mobility


Benefits may vary based on role, location, and eligibility.

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About The Hershey Company

The Hershey Company Careers

Join the sweetest team on earth at The Hershey Company, a global leader in chocolate and sugar confections. With a rich heritage of innovation and leadership, The Hershey Company offers unparalleled job opportunities in an environment that champions diversity, creativity, and growth. Work You’ll Do Embark on a fulfilling career journey with The Hershey Company, where you can contribute to a range of exciting projects that help shape the future of the confectionery industry. At Hershey, you will work alongside a diverse team of professionals who are passionate about delivering joy through their products and innovations. Transform your professional life by engaging in roles that leverage your unique skills and aspirations. Whether in marketing, research and development, production, or sales, each position at Hershey is designed to foster leadership and professional growth. Lead with Innovation At The Hershey Company, innovation is at the core of everything we do. From creating delightful new treats to enhancing our sustainable practices, our team is constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the confectionery space. Join a company where your ideas and leadership can make a tangible impact on our products and processes, driving growth and excellence in the industry. Explore Career Opportunities The Hershey Company is committed to nurturing talent and providing its employees with the tools they need for success. Explore a variety of job opportunities and internships that can help you build a rewarding career. Our positions are designed to challenge your skills and help you grow as a professional. Be Part of Our Culture Experience a company culture that values teamwork, integrity, and respect. At Hershey, we believe in creating an inclusive environment where every employee can thrive. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is evident in our everyday operations and the positive atmosphere our team members enjoy. Benefits and Growth Invest in your future with The Hershey Company’s comprehensive benefits package, designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security. Embrace opportunities for career advancement through professional development programs and continuous learning initiatives. Networking and Professional Development Enhance your career prospects through Hershey’s robust networking opportunities. Connect with industry leaders, participate in global conferences, and engage in diversity training programs that prepare you for leadership roles within the company. Join Our Team Search for open positions that match your skills and interests on The Hershey Company’s careers page. We are looking for passionate, innovative, and driven individuals to join our team and help us continue our legacy of success and leadership in the confectionery industry. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest career tips, company news, and industry insights—all from the people who work at The Hershey Company. Subscribe to our careers blog and personalize your job alerts to find out about the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await you at Hershey. Explore, innovate, and grow with The Hershey Company. Discover how your career can flourish in an environment dedicated to nurturing talent and celebrating success. Join us and be part of a team that’s making a difference in the sweetest way possible!
Learn more about The Hershey Company
Size
16,620 employees
Market Cap
$48.1 billion
Industry
Food & Beverages
Net Income
$1.2 billion
Founded
1894
5 Year Trend
+3.8%
Revenue
$8.1 billion
NASDAQ
HSY
* Ladders Estimates

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