Manager, Menu Strategy & Development

Panera Bread

$92K — $110K *
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Located in the Boston Metro Area - hybrid model 4 days in office
  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field
  • 3-5 years proven experience in marketing strategy, product innovation, campaign management, and cross-functional team collaboration
  • Preference for past experience in restaurant/retail and/or consumer goods industries
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions
  • Creative thinker with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to developing comprehensive brand strategies alongside Platform Leads, considering consumer and market trends
  • Assist in the development of a 3-year product pipeline identifying growth opportunities
  • Oversee the lifecycle and ongoing management of individual platforms
  • Continuously monitor and report on platform performance for optimal operation
  • Collaborate to identify enhancement opportunities and provide actionable recommendations
  • Support the creation and maintenance of presentations, pipelines, and related documentation
  • Assist in short-term and long-term Integrated Marketing Calendars for cohesive execution
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute and launch marketing programs.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model with 4 days in office
  • Opportunity to engage in multi-disciplinary collaboration
  • Involvement in strategic brand development and innovation
  • Access to a supportive team environment
  • Encouragement for creative thinking and continuous improvement.
Full Job Description
Manager, Menu Strategy & Development

The primary responsibilities of this job include, but are not limited to:

  • Contribute to developing comprehensive brand strategies alongside Platform Leads, taking into account consumer, category, and market trends.
  • Assist in the development of a 3-year pipeline alongside Platform Leads, identifying white space opportunities and new product and line extension opportunities by analyzing market trends, consumer needs, and avenues for business growth.
  • Oversee the lifecycle and ongoing management of individual platforms.
  • Continuously monitor and report on platform performance to ensure optimal operation and identify areas for improvement.
  • Collaborate with Platform Leads to identify opportunities for platform enhancement, provide actionable recommendations, and execute plans effectively.
  • Support the creation and maintenance of presentations, pipelines, and other related documentation.
  • Assist in both short-term and long-term Integrated Marketing Calendars to ensure cohesive and timely execution of marketing initiatives.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to successfully execute and launch calendar programs and campaigns.


Qualifications (Education & Experience)

Qualifications include:

  • Located in the Boston Metro Area - hybrid model 4 days in office
  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 3-5 years proven experience in marketing strategy, product innovation, campaign management, and cross-functional team collaboration.
  • Preference for past experience in restaurant/retail and/or consumer goods industries.
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.
  • Creative thinker with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement.


Working Conditions

  • Required travel -


Physical Requirements

  • While performing this job, the incumbent is regularly required to stand, sit, talk hear & use hands and fingers to operate keyboards


Direct Reports

N/A

Competitive Pay $92,055 to $110,446 annually.

The actual pay offered will be determined by multiple factors, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, job-related knowledge, skills, and geographical location. Individual compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

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