Conagra Brands, Inc.

Associate Business Development Manager

Conagra Brands, Inc.$82K — $120K *
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 2+ years in Consumer Packaged Goods sales or related experience
  • Experience managing strategic trade plans
  • Knowledge of trade spending and financial management
  • Familiarity with profit and loss management
  • Experience with customer annual planning
  • Strong financial acumen for business performance analysis
  • Skill in translating insights into actionable strategies
  • Effective communication skills to influence stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Advocate for the customer internally to ensure strategic alignment
  • Develop and manage brand-specific annual plans
  • Set agendas for brand priorities and growth initiatives
  • Collaborate with Brand teams on long-range strategies
  • Establish distribution and merchandising goals based on insights
  • Equip Field Sales with tools for enhanced selling efforts
  • Monitor brand performance and recommend strategic adjustments

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs
  • Bonus incentives and matching 401(k) plans
  • Career development opportunities and tuition reimbursement
  • Paid time off and flexible work schedules
  • Mental well-being support and volunteer opportunities
Full Job Description
Reporting to the Director of Business Development (Snacks), you will integrate across Customer Sales, the Customer Leadership Organization and Brand Marketing to lead annual plan management and strategy for assigned brands within our Salty and Gluten Free portfolio. You will develop prioritized sales goals and programs that translate into plans for field sales execution while aligning with long-range brand strategies. You will connect customer and brand priorities to deliver accelerated growth, leading the field in achieving annual volume, trade, and profit objectives for your assigned brands.

A Taste of Your Responsibilities

  • Advocate for the customer point of view internally, ensuring alignment across Customer Sales, Brand teams, and cross-functional partners
  • Develop and manage brand-specific annual plans, including volume, trade, and profit targets
  • Set the agenda for brand priorities, ensuring clear focus on key initiatives and growth opportunities
  • Partner with Brand teams to align strategies with long-range business goals and customer plans
  • Establish distribution and merchandising targets supported by insights and activation plans
  • Collaborate with Field Sales to deliver merchandising, assortment, pricing, and shelving goals
  • Equip Field Sales teams with insights, tools, and strategies to support customer selling efforts
  • Develop category growth stories, new item presentations, and compelling sales materials
  • Support customer engagements and occasionally participate in sales calls to influence outcomes
  • Analyze program performance, identify opportunities, and adjust strategies to improve results
  • Lead brand strategy execution across national and customer-specific Joint Business Planning initiatives
  • Serve as a liaison between Customer Sales and Brand teams to support Joint Business Planning execution
  • Provide visibility to key Joint Business Planning initiatives and manage prioritization of customer-specific requests
  • Monitor brand performance trends at the account level and identify areas for intervention


Ingredients Required for Your Success

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 2+ years of Consumer Packaged Goods sales or related experience in trade marketing, sales strategy, or business development
  • Experience managing strategic and tactical trade plans
  • Experience with trade spending principles and financial management concepts
  • Exposure to profit and loss management and financial analysis
  • Experience supporting customer annual planning processes
  • Financial acumen with the capability to analyze and interpret business performance
  • Experience working with retailer practices and customer strategies
  • Skilled at translating insights into actionable strategies and field execution plans
  • Effective communication skills to present strategies and influence internal and external stakeholders


Number of Days in Office: 4

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Compensation
Pay Range:$82,000-$120,000

The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee's actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees' equity. Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees.

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:
  • Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement
  • Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
  • Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement
  • Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities


About Conagra Brands, Inc.

We’re ConAgra Foods. We make the food you love. We're passionate about sharing the love of food, stories of our people and the commitment we bring.

Conagra Brands, Inc. Careers

Join the vibrant team at Conagra Brands, Inc., a leader in the food industry, where innovation meets tradition. At Conagra, we are committed to building a dynamic and inclusive culture that fosters growth and leadership in the global marketplace.

Work You’ll Do

At Conagra Brands, Inc., you will be part of a team that is dedicated to making an impact on the food industry through continuous innovation and a commitment to quality. Our diverse team of professionals is driven by a passion for excellence and a desire to exceed consumer expectations.

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Whether you're looking for an entry-level position or a more experienced role, Conagra offers a range of job opportunities that can help propel your career to new heights. Our team is growing, and we are looking for individuals who are eager to bring their unique skills and perspectives to our company.

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Conagra Brands, Inc. is deeply invested in the professional growth of its employees. With access to comprehensive training and development programs, including leadership development and diversity training, our team members are equipped to thrive in their careers and contribute to the company’s success.

Benefits and Culture

Working at Conagra comes with a wealth of benefits that underscore our commitment to our employees’ well-being and professional growth. From competitive health benefits and retirement plans to flexible working conditions and wellness programs, we ensure that our team is supported both in and out of the workplace.

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We are actively hiring and looking for motivated individuals who are ready to join a leading company in the food industry. Search open positions that match your skills and interests on our Careers page. At Conagra Brands, Inc., we value curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit.

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Networking and Innovation

At Conagra Brands, Inc., networking and innovation are at the heart of our operations. We encourage our employees to engage in cross-departmental collaborations, fostering an environment where innovation can thrive. This approach not only enhances our product offerings but also ensures that our team members grow together, building a stronger, more cohesive company.

Embark on Your Career Journey with Conagra Brands, Inc.

Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities awaiting you at Conagra Brands, Inc. Bring your passion, your innovation, and your vision to our team, and help us continue to shape the future of the food industry. Join us in our mission to drive growth and innovation, while enjoying a culture that values diversity and leadership.

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Learn more about Conagra Brands, Inc.
Size
18,600 employees
Market Cap
$18.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.1 billion
5 Year Trend
+8.1%
Revenue
$11.5 billion
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