VP Commercial Excellence

Jack Link's Protein Snacks • Minneapolis, MN

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About The Position

The Vice President of Commercial Excellence is responsible for developing and executing the company’s commercial strategy across Sales, Revenue Growth Management (RGM), Sales Planning & Analytics, and Category Management. This role will accelerate revenue growth, optimize pricing and promotional effectiveness, elevate sales execution, and improve commercial decision-making through data-driven insights. The position requires strategic vision, strong analytical and leadership capabilities, and deep cross-functional partnership to drive sustained commercial performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in sales, sales operations, or commercial strategy.
• 5+ years of experience in Consumer Package Goods (CPG)
• 5+ years of experience with IRI, Nielsen or SPINS
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills.
• Proven experience in a senior sales or commercial leadership role.
• Strong track record of increasing sales revenue and driving growth in the food industry.
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to use metrics to drive performance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated commercial growth strategies that expand market share and deliver sustainable growth.
• Lead annual sales planning, channel strategy & trade strategy initiatives.
• Drive disciplined sales execution through standardized playbooks, sales processes, & forecasting.
• Lead RGM strategy across pricing, promotion optimization, trade investment, and mix management.
• Build advanced analytics capabilities to support forecasting, performance management, and strategic decision-making.
• Oversee data analysis (IRI/Nielsen, retailer POS) and insights.
• Lead category management to strengthen the company’s position with retail partners through insights-driven recommendations on assortment, shelving, pricing, and promotional strategy.
• Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Finance, & Operations to align growth strategies and commercial initiatives.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement, standardization, and innovation across the commercial organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Jack Link’s provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive