Commercialization Manager (2279)
About The Position
Carl Buddig and Company, a respected name in the meat manufacturing industry, boasts a legacy of over 80 years. Founded as a family-owned company, we have evolved into a leading producer of premium meat products, including renowned lunchmeats, ready-to-eat cooked meats under our Kingsford, LLC division, and savory snack meats from Old Wisconsin. As a third-generation family business, our success is anchored in our commitment to quality, innovation, and community. With a workforce of 2,500 dedicated team members spread across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana, we continue to expand, driven by a vision for excellence and a responsiveness to evolving consumer preferences. At Carl Buddig and Company, we foster a culture centered around teamwork and innovation. We strive to create an environment that values creativity and collaboration, ensuring every team member is empowered to contribute to our collective goals. Our dedication extends beyond our business operations. We actively support charitable initiatives and community organizations through direct contributions, volunteer work, and partnerships. We aim to make a positive impact and give back to the communities that have supported us over the years. Join us at Carl Buddig and Company, where tradition meets innovation, and where our passion for quality meat products is matched by our commitment to our people and communities. Position Summary: Responsible for supporting all brands (Buddig, Kingsford, Old Wisconsin) within Carl Buddig & Co., the Associate Brand Manager role is focused on executing the tactical needs of the marketing department in support of stated marketing and business strategies. This role involves managing assigned projects, supporting the marketing function of the organization, fostering strong relationships with cross-functional internal and external teams and enhancing brand presence and engagement with both consumers and trade audiences.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Food Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in commercialization, project management, product development, or a related field within the food, CPG, or manufacturing industries.
- Experience with project management systems (Microsoft Project, Monday.com, or similar)
- Strong understanding of product development, commercialization best practices, and structured project management methodologies.
- Exceptional cross-functional leadership skills with experience in influencing and driving collaboration across multiple teams.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and drive accountability in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills, with a data-driven and strategic mindset.
- Strong communication and presentation abilities.
Nice To Haves
- Experience implementing or improving commercialization processes within an organization is highly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Process Leadership: Develop and implement a structured commercialization process that improves efficiency, decision-making, and project execution from concept to market launch.
- Project Management: Support project lead and cross-functional teams (R&D, Sales, Finance, Marketing, Operations) to drive alignment on project priorities, establish realistic timelines, and ensure adherence to deadlines.
- Structured Development Approach: Define and implement clear project milestones and criteria to improve decision-making, prioritization, and resource allocation.
- Change Management: Guide the organization through process transformation, ensuring teams understand and adopt new commercialization methodologies.
- Risk Management: Identify potential roadblocks in the commercialization process and proactively develop solutions to mitigate risks.
- Execution & Accountability: Ensure projects remain on track by monitoring progress, facilitating milestone reviews, and driving accountability within cross-functional teams.
- Market Readiness: Partner with Marketing and Sales to ensure go-to-market strategies align with commercialization plans, including packaging, pricing, and promotional readiness.
- Continuous Improvement: Analyze past launches to refine and optimize commercialization processes for future success.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- FSA
- HSA
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Vacation & PTO
- Tuition Reimbursement
- potential for a discretionary bonus this bonus is based on personal & company performance and is not a guaranteed bonus plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
