Brand Manager, Key Accounts

''•Oakbrook Terrace, IL

1d•$97,500 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Brand Manager, Key Accounts / SMG & C-Store is a member of McCain’s North America Potato Marketing Team, supporting the development and execution of annual and mid-range portfolio and marketing strategies for key foodservice brand portfolios. The role partners with the QSR Portfolio Manager and cross-functional teams to drive customer demand, identify growth opportunities, lead innovation initiatives, and deliver profitable sales and market-share growth within the chain foodservice segment. The position supports portfolio strategy and planning, customer and consumer insight development, innovation and commercialization, performance tracking, Integrated Business Planning, and portfolio lifecycle management. It works closely with Sales, Innovation, Insights, Go-to-Market, Marketing Operations, Supply Chain, and other teams. The role is based in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois. McCain says most office-based roles follow a hybrid model with the option to work remotely two days per week; exceptions may depend on the role and location. The target compensation range is $97,500–$130,000 USD annually, with bonus eligibility. Benefits include health coverage, retirement savings benefits, medical, family and bereavement leave support, vacation and holidays, company-supported volunteering time, and mental health resources.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
At least 5 years of Brand Management or Marketing experience with P&L ownership in the food Consumer Packaged Goods industry.
Experience managing a P&L and delivering profitable business growth.
Knowledge of foodservice marketing principles, concepts, strategies, and techniques.
Strong commercial acumen and ability to translate financial and business data into actionable insights.
Experience using consumer research, syndicated data, and market intelligence to develop insight-led strategies.
Demonstrated ability to develop portfolio, brand, and category growth strategies.
Strong project management skills, including managing multiple complex initiatives simultaneously.
Experience with Stage-Gate innovation and commercialization processes.
Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and build collaborative internal and external relationships.
Advanced analytical, organizational, communication, and presentation skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Ability to succeed in fast-paced, evolving environments while maintaining accountability and delivering results.

Nice To Haves

MBA.

Responsibilities

Support execution of long-range portfolio and marketing strategies for the chain foodservice business using consumer insights, category trends, competitive intelligence, and market analysis.
Partner with Insights, Innovation, and Go-to-Market teams to identify and champion growth opportunities and develop customer propositions.
Represent the voice of the customer and consumer, influencing cross-functional teams to advance innovation and base-business growth initiatives.
Support annual operating planning, including innovation planning, commercial objectives, and marketing investment allocation.
Develop and execute portfolio strategies that establish market positioning and drive sustainable growth.
Lead commercialization of innovation initiatives, including customer co-creation projects and share-gain opportunities.
Track portfolio performance and strategic initiatives, recommending adjustments to meet business objectives.
Contribute to monthly Integrated Business Planning processes to help align demand, supply, portfolio mix, and growth priorities.
Analyze portfolio, category, and SKU performance to identify opportunities to improve profitability, customer value, and business results.
Conduct portfolio reviews and lifecycle management activities to support portfolio health, efficiency, and competitiveness.