Manager - Brand Operations Region

CONA Services•Tarrant, AL

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Manager – Brand Operations Region is responsible for serving as brand and category steward, and the day-to-day liaison for total portfolio of brands, working closely with all Parent Company leads, Category Commercial teams, Corporate Marketing, Supply Chain and Region leadership teams. This position may sit anywhere in Central Region.

Requirements

Minimum age 18 years old
Valid driver’s license required and obligation to maintain compliance with UNITED fleet policy
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by position and compliance with UNITED safety policies
Regular and prompt attendance is an essential function of the job
Ability to read, write and speak English
Ability to maintain a neat professional appearance within Company guidelines
Ability to maintain safety and security of Company assets
Ability to utilize all Company provided resources and technology
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Proven ability to coach and manage needs and concerns of multiple associates
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Excel)
Ability to quickly learn Internal UNITED systems
Experience in field marketing or category commercialization
Written and oral communication skills
Strong analytical skills
Understanding of bottler economics
Project management supported by strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Influencing key stakeholders
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Good initiative and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year College or university; or 5 years or more related experience and/or training in a field marketing or category commercialization role; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the UNITED policies and applicable laws
Interview, hire, and train associates
Plan, assign, and direct work
Appraise performance
Address complaints and resolve problems
Builds positive associate morale
Manage portfolio lifecycle
Creation and communication of Brand/Category Plans
Strategic planning for brands and packages
Work closely with Price Revenue Growth Manager to give pricing direction
Work closely with Sales and Operations teams to manage inventory
Gather information relative to Parent Company funding and present recommendations on how to best use the funds available to support brand and retail plans
Submit for all Parent Company funding and work with Corp/Region/Division accounting personnel to make sure it is properly accounted for and received
Work with Sales organization to develop merchandising standards
Works closely with Supply Chain on forecasting and launch timing
Updates key UNITED stakeholders on introduction performance, identify availability targets and speed to market
Performs appropriate duties as assigned by management

Benefits

Two weeks paid vacation within first year
Comprehensive Medical Preferred Provider Plan
Dental, vision, flex spending
Employee Assistance Program
Company paid life insurance ($50,000)
Additional optional insurance (accident, critical illness, universal life, home & auto)
Paid maternity & paternity leave
Paid holiday & sick time
401(k) match (50% on first 6%; plus an additional annual match of up to 3%)
Exclusive employee discounts (cell phone, event tickets, gym membership, car buying, hotels, car rentals, technology needs and much more)
Competitive Compensation
Fast paced environment promotes a healthy lifestyle
For qualified candidates we offer an amazing CDL Tuition Program reimbursable up to $5250 for CDL school tuition