Associate Product Manager - Bacon

Tyson Foods • Springdale, AR

120d

About The Position

The Retail Branded Bacon Associate Product Manager is an integral member of the brand team and works closely with cross-functional partners to bring products to market, manage day-to-day business needs, and ensure smooth execution of plans. This role encompasses general management responsibilities with P&L responsibilities, including the development of strategic business and marketing plans to achieve corporate and category volume, profit, and share objectives. By gaining exposure to brand management, marketing, and operations, this position is a great opportunity to build skills and experience in the food industry.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree required; MBA a plus.
• A minimum 2 years of relevant marketing or product management experience is required.
• Demonstrated strong analytical and strategic thinking skills are required.
• Strong communication and presentation skills are required.
• Strong collaborator with a demonstrated ability to lead cross functional teams.
• Proven ability to effectively manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment is required.
• Experience with Nielsen and/or IRI is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop financial acumen by utilizing P&L levers to drive financial performance and share objectives.
• Manage budget responsibilities, including MAP spending, and proactively ensure forecast accuracy and alignment with JBP (Joint Business Plan) objectives.
• Develop and execute business and marketing plans that align with corporate goals and customer strategies.
• Analyze internal and external data to uncover insights, prioritize high-impact opportunities, and tell a compelling business story that guides decision-making.
• Apply understanding of cost models, retail pricing structures, strategic pricing management, and trade investment to optimize financial outcomes.
• Balance strategic thinking with an operational mindset, understanding supply chain capabilities and implications for cost and execution.
• Align with cross-functional teams to support short-term demand planning and long-term capacity planning.
• Monitor business performance and implement course corrections to meet financial goals.
• Lead end-to-end product and packaging innovation—from concept development through commercialization—with customer sell-in and in-market performance tracking.
• Leverage deep understanding of category dynamics, value tiers, and consumer behavior to inform brand and business strategies.
• Build Tyson-owned brands and elevate their presence in the marketplace through cohesive positioning and marketing execution.
• Collaborate with Private Label team to support development and execution of strategies specific to category dynamics and customer needs.
• Contribute to short- and long-term innovation strategies grounded in category, consumer, and customer insights.
• Demonstrate influence through clear, tailored communication, stakeholder alignment, and the ability to inspire others around a shared purpose.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401(k) plans
• Affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
• Fully funded education programs through Upward Academy Online
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Stock Purchase Plan with company match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree