Sr Manager, Commodity Programs

Schwan's Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron, Tony's, Big Daddy's, Villa Prima and Freschetta pizzas; bibigo, Pagoda Asian-style snacks and we can't forget Mrs. Smith's and Edwards pies! We bring families and communities together through great food. Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn't just a job, it's a seat at the table!

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for the food service industry and a knack for optimizing profitability? We're looking for an experienced Senior Manager to lead our highly successful Commodity Programs team within our thriving Food Service Business. As the leader you will play a pivotal role in driving the success of our Commodity Programs. Your expertise will guide a talented team to maximize competitive advantage, ensure compliance with Federal guidelines, and strategically market our commodity offerings. You will be the go-to expert on all things related to USDA commodities and will have the opportunity to shape the direction of our program for continued growth and innovation.

Ready to make your mark and lead a team to success? Apply now and join a company that's dedicated to your growth and success.

Responsibilities:

• Identify and implement commodity strategies to increase sales, enhance profitability, and create a competitive advantage.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with USDA (FNS) regulations, including staying informed on new pilot programs and assessing participation.
• Maintain expert knowledge on USDA commodities, including offerings, audit requirements, bid processes, and implications for the company.
• Manage inventories, conduct gap and trend analysis, and work with sales teams to execute commodity strategies for revenue generation.
• Oversee daily operations of the Commodities Department, including inventory management, process improvement, and team supervision.
• Market the USDA Commodity Program to increase sales, create training materials, and provide education for internal and external stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with USDA, State Agencies, and distributors; participate in industry organizations and secure state contracts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Sales, Marketing, Purchasing, R&D) to identify product opportunities leveraging USDA commodities.
• Ensure regulatory compliance for USDA commodity references in advertising and marketing materials.
• Partner with Schwan's Global Supply Chain to optimize load scheduling for USDA commodities and manage team development.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent years of experience) and a minimum of 8 years in a role involving program management with outside agencies or external partners as well as working closely with internal cross functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a USDA Commodity leadership role where you lead and developed a high functional team to identify and implement commodity strategies, audit, gap and trend analysis and bid processes to drive revenue generation in the CPG Industry.

Compensation and Benefits:

The base salary range for this position is $90,750 - $151,250 annually with eligibility for a 20% annual incentive bonus, that is based on organizational performance. The salary range represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to education, skills, work experience, certifications, geography etc. As such, starting pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a strong foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support programs.

The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, veteran status, national origin, or other protected class.

Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent.

Years of Related Experience: 8-10 years related experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Intermediate PC skills. Experience using Windows-based programs. Presentation skills.Effective interpersonal skills. Ability to work within a budget. Strategic thinking abilities. Project ManagementSkills. Analysis and problem resolution. Manage multiple projects and assignments. Possess the ability to effectivelycommunicate written and verbally across multiple team members and groups. Demonstrated analytical and problem solvingskills. Meet deadlines and achieve objectives. Attention to Detail. Organizational Skills. Ability to simplifycomplex processes.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the job. An individual must be able to perform all ofthe duties and responsibilities listed in a fully competent manner to be considered successful in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individualswith disabilities to perform essential duties and responsibilities.