The Hershey Company

Sr Mgr Brand Growth Functional Snacking

The Hershey Company • $156K — $195K *
Food & Beverages
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of brand and growth marketing experience in food or adjacent categories.
  • Experience scaling high-growth consumer brands with a focus on relaunches and expansions.
  • Strong skills in brand insights, positioning, and portfolio architecture.
  • Proven track record of building demand through strategic partnerships and creators.
  • Innovation experience from concept through to launch with effective retailer selling strategies.
  • Understanding of P&L fundamentals and marketing ROI, with ability to reallocate investment based on data.
  • Excellent leadership and cross-functional team influence capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Own the brand positioning and portfolio for ONE Bar and FULFIL.
  • Build modern demand-generation programs utilizing diverse channels.
  • Lead the marketing workstream for product relaunches and growth plans.
  • Co-develop innovation pipelines with R&D and ensure smooth execution.
  • Direct agency partners and maintain high creative standards.
  • Plan marketing investments and collaborate on impact assessments.
  • Transform market signals into actionable brand recommendations.
  • Create strategic narratives for senior leadership and executive discussions.
  • Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering high-performance standards.
  • Coordinate across functions to ensure product availability and timely launches.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage along with wellness programs.
  • Competitive pay with annual incentive opportunities and a 401(k) match.
  • Paid time off and flexible working arrangements.
  • Opportunities for career development and internal mobility.
Full Job Description
Location

Hershey, PA

How will you fit into the big picture?

Functional Snacking is Hershey's protein business, bringing together ONE Bar and FULFIL in a focused, entrepreneurial team. As Senior Brand Manager, Growth, you will lead demand creation across both brands, shaping their positioning, cultural relevance, innovation agenda and go-to-market story. You will guide a small growth team and agency partners while working closely with Business Performance, Sales, Commercial Planning, R&D, Finance and Supply Chain.

What will you do?
• Own the brand foundations, positioning and portfolio architecture for ONE Bar and FULFIL.
• Build modern demand-generation programs across creators, athletes, social, partnerships, campus and field activation, and earned-first campaigns.
• Lead the marketing workstream for the ONE Bar relaunch and the growth plan for FULFIL, including proposition, packaging, launch communications and retailer sell-in stories.
• Co-create the innovation pipeline with R&D and Innovation, from consumer-led ideation through concept, packaging, stage gates and launch.
• Direct agency and creator partners, set clear briefs, raise the creative standard and use a test-and-learn rhythm to move investment toward what works.
• Plan marketing investment across upper and lower funnel activity and partner with Business Performance to measure impact, model returns and support funding decisions.
• Turn category, competitive, consumer and social signals into clear recommendations for brand and portfolio action.
• Develop compelling strategy, relaunch and investment narratives for senior leadership and executive forums.
• Lead and develop the Assistant Brand Manager and creator manager, setting high standards for speed, craft and accountability.
• Partner across Commercial, Sales, Finance, R&D and Supply Chain so plans reach shelf, remain in stock and launch on time.

Minimum Education & Requirements

Experience:
• 7+ years of relevant brand and growth marketing experience, consistent with Hershey Senior Manager level standards.
• Demonstrated experience scaling a challenger or high-growth consumer brand in food, beverage, snacking, wellness or an adjacent category; relaunch, category-entry or distribution-expansion experience strongly preferred.
• Strong brand-building capability across insights, positioning, portfolio architecture, packaging, creative development, media strategy and measurement.
• Experience building demand through creators, community, partnerships and earned attention, with evidence of business impact.
• Innovation experience from concept through launch, including retailer sell-in and stage-gate execution.
• Working knowledge of P&L fundamentals, marketing ROI and mix modeling, with confidence reallocating investment based on evidence.
• Proven ability to lead agencies, influence senior stakeholders and move cross-functional teams with clarity and pace.
• Bias for action, sound judgment, high standards and a collaborative, low-ego leadership style.

Education:

Bachelor's degree required. MBA or equivalent marketplace experience preferred; internal Hershey experience may be considered in lieu of an MBA.

Benefits & 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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The anticipated base salary range for this role is $156080 to $195100 per year. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of job-related factors, including, but not limited to, experience, skill set, education, and training. In addition to a market-competitive base salary, our Total Rewards package includes performance-based incentives and a comprehensive, competitive benefits package designed to support overall physical, mental, and financial well-being (as applicable). Learn more about Hershey's benefits and all the resources Hershey provides to support our employees' physical, emotional, and financial well-being by visiting the Hershey Digital Employee Experience at www.askHRbenefits.hersheys.com

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
Net Income
$1.2 billion
Founded
1894
5 Year Trend
+3.8%
Revenue
$8.1 billion
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