Tyson Foods

Senior Manager Strategy and Business Intelligence

Tyson Foods • $108K — $130K *
Springdale, AR 72764In-Person
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8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Analytics, or related field required; Master's degree preferred.
  • 8+ years of experience in analytics, consumer insights or related fields, preferably in consumer packaged goods.
  • Proven track record in leveraging consumer data to influence business strategy and outcomes.
  • Experience in presenting strategic insights to senior executives.
  • Strong knowledge of marketing strategy, market research, and analytics with familiarity in data platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Develop actionable strategies based on consumer, market, and competitive insights.
  • Facilitate alignment among stakeholders regarding strategic initiatives using data.
  • Anticipate business and market trends to foster a culture of foresight.
  • Create insightful narratives from complex data for decision-making.
  • Set KPIs and best practices for tracking business performance.
  • Assess in-market success and provide actionable recommendations for improvement.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to unify strategies across various business functions.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance is available for this role.
Full Job Description
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Summary:

The Senior Manager, Business Intelligence / Innovation Analytics serves as a key strategic partner to cross-functional teams, overseeing the development and application of consumer, business, and market intelligence that places data-driven understanding at the foundation of strategy. This role bridges data and decision-making across the business and innovation lifecycle, from identifying opportunities and shaping strategy through forecasting, planning, and in-market performance.

The Senior Manager must be a forward thinker who challenges the status quo, leveraging research, analytics, and foresight to support strategic decisions. This individual will synthesize a breadth of information sources to understand consumer needs and market dynamics, identify and size growth opportunities, build brand health, and enable confident business decisions.

This individual will maintain a consulting and advisory role with senior management and must be comfortable presenting strategic recommendations to leaders across the organization. He/she should consistently demonstrate holistic thinking, strategic agility, and leadership at all levels while driving best practices in analytics and insights and building capabilities and talent.

Responsibilities

Specific focus areas and scopes will vary by business assignment; the Senior Manager will be responsible for a combination of the following:

Strategy & Opportunity Identification
  • Distill key consumer, market, and competitive trends into effective strategies and plans that drive business objectives.
  • Drive alignment across business stakeholders through objective, fact-based review of strategic initiatives.
  • Foster a culture of foresight, anticipating future business and market momentum over short- and long-term horizons.
  • Champion the synthesis of multiple data and research sources into unique insights that cut through data clutter and fill knowledge gaps.

Storytelling & Communication
  • Turn data and information into actionable insights, business recommendations, and clear calls to action.
  • Synthesize inputs from stakeholders and data sources into best-in-class communication that informs and empowers internal teams and external partners.
  • Frame findings to highlight opportunity, risk, and recommend action with clarity and confidence for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Performance Tracking & Business Analysis
  • Establish KPIs, measurement approaches, and best practices for evaluating business and initiative performance versus expectations and goals.
  • Monitor in-market performance, communicate drivers of success or gaps, and provide detailed, actionable recommendations.
  • Support analytics and insights across the complete product lifecycle, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and clear visualization of complex information.

Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Work in cross-functional teams across Marketing, Brand, Innovation, R&D, Sales, Supply Chain, Insights, Category, and external partners to ensure cohesive strategies.
  • Lead alignment forums to streamline communication around key metrics, learning, and performance drivers.
  • Build a culture of consumer focus and analytic rigor through thought leadership, training, and proactive trend and insight presentations.
  • Drive best practices in analytics and insights across the organization, building capabilities and advocacy for the discipline.


Qualifications

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Analytics, Business Intelligence, or a related field required; Master's degree preferred.

Experience
  • 8+ years of relevant experience in analytics, consumer insights, market research, category management, or business intelligence, with significant experience at a client-side branded consumer packaged goods company; food or beverage industry experience strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated success leveraging consumer knowledge, data, and insights to drive business results and influence strategy.
  • Experience reporting to and presenting recommendations to senior executives.

Special Skills
  • Excellent knowledge of marketing strategy, market research, and analytics fundamentals, including primary and secondary consumer research, syndicated research and data platforms (e.g., Nielsen, Circana/IRI, 84.51°, Luminate, NPD, Mintel), positioning and communication development, and strategic business analysis.
  • Strong forecasting capabilities, which may include volumetric and market share forecasting, distribution and velocity estimates, and consumer-based demand inputs.
  • Proficiency with reporting and data visualization tools, with a strong design eye for presentations.
  • Exceptional storytelling and communication skills, with proven ability to influence across functions and levels using data-driven insights.
  • Highly motivated leader with excellent planning and project management skills and the ability to devise solutions in unstructured situations.
  • Open-minded, flexible, and autonomous, with the ability to balance detail orientation and big-picture thinking in a fast-paced environment.


Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:
Yes

Work Shift:
1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

About Tyson Foods

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Tyson Foods Careers

Joining Tyson Foods means becoming part of one of the world’s leading food companies, renowned for its commitment to sustainability, innovation, and quality. At Tyson Foods, we offer unparalleled job opportunities that empower you to grow both personally and professionally. Work You’ll Do At Tyson Foods, you’ll contribute to a team that values leadership, diversity, and innovation. Our commitment to these principles makes us a top choice for professionals looking to make a significant impact in the food industry. Whether you’re involved in operations, marketing, research, or any of our other departments, your work will help us continue to feed the world in the most efficient and sustainable ways possible. Join our dynamic team and help us transform the industry through cutting-edge innovation and a commitment to excellence that’s second to none. Career Growth and Development Tyson Foods is dedicated to the professional growth of our employees. We offer a variety of leadership and diversity training programs designed to enhance your skills and advance your career. With Tyson, your career trajectory is limitless, supported by development opportunities that ensure you’re always moving forward. Internship Programs Kickstart your career with a Tyson Foods internship. Our internships provide invaluable workplace experience, offering a glimpse into the culture and operations of a global leader. Interns at Tyson Foods work on real projects, learn from industry leaders, and gain the skills necessary for a successful career in the food industry. Benefits of Working at Tyson Foods Choose a career with Tyson Foods and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life, and dental insurance, employee assistance programs, and more. We believe in nurturing our team not only professionally but also personally. Inclusive Culture At Tyson Foods, we pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive culture where every team member feels valued. We believe that diversity fuels innovation and we strive to create a workplace where all employees can thrive. Join Our Team Explore the job opportunities at Tyson Foods today. Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We are continuously hiring and looking for new team members who are passionate, curious, and driven to excel. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest at Tyson Foods by following our careers blog. Gain insider perspectives and industry-leading insights that can help you in your job search and beyond. Networking and Professional Opportunities At Tyson Foods, networking and professional development are part of our DNA. Connect with leaders and peers within the company through various networking events and platforms. Enhance your resume, prepare for your next interview, and build relationships that could shape the future of your career. Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts and the latest news tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Tyson Foods. Join Tyson Foods and be part of a company that’s leading the way in the food industry through innovation, leadership, and a commitment to diversity and sustainability. Your future starts here!
Learn more about Tyson Foods
Size
137,000 employees
Market Cap
$22 billion
Industry
Food & Beverages
Net Income
$1.9 billion
Founded
1935
5 Year Trend
+6.8%
Revenue
$42.8 billion
NASDAQ
TSN
* Ladders Estimates

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