Job description

McCormick & Company, Inc., a world leader in the spice, flavor and seasonings industry, is seeking a full time Associate Product Manager III supporting the Blends Portfolio. This new hire will work in a hybrid capacity at our Global Headquarters based in Hunt Valley, MD .
With more than $5 billion in annual sales, the Company manufactures markets and distributes spices, seasoning mixes, condiments and other flavorful products to the entire food industry – retail outlets, food manufacturers and foodservice businesses. We create differentiating flavors consumers prefer with unmatched quality, science, innovation and service. Every day, no matter where or what you eat, you can enjoy food flavored by McCormick. McCormick makes every moment and meal better ™
As a company recognized for exceptional commitment to employees, McCormick offers a wide variety of benefits, programs and services. Benefits include, but are not limited to, tuition assistance, medical, dental, vision, disability, group life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid holidays and vacations.

This Sr Associate Product (Brand) Manager will be primarily responsible for leading Delivery Marketing activities for the Blends Portfolio to achieve short- and long-term business goals. The Sr Associate Product Manager will report to the Sr. Marketing Manager .

RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide analysis of and recommendations relating to product offerings, pricing, targets, and results
Prepare and deliver ongoing business updates and reports, including monthly and quarterly business reviews, reporting to senior marketing and leadership
Understand the competitive landscape and provide action plans to address threats
Supports product forecasting for portfolio in conjunction with cross functions to improve accuracy
Assist the Sr Marketing Manager in the development of short-term and long-term business plans designed to drive and/or sustain product line health, including product, portfolio, and pricing
Participate in business case development, financial forecasting, supply chain, pricing, P&L structure, and recommended execution
Build, shape & deliver new propositions, partnering with respective functional experts.
Provide strategic and tactical coordination with Marketing Excellence, EComm, Culinary, Graphics, Legal, Consumer Insights, Sales, Finance, Procurement and Supply
Work Autonomously and take ownership for continued skill development

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, or related field
Minimum of 3 years demonstrated relevant skills and results in consumer-packaged goods marketing or closely related field
Expertise in syndicated databases, market research, business and brand planning, advertising, finance, promotional activities and consumer communications
Strong project leadership experience with ability to manage cross-functional teams and projects
Sound understanding of concepts, principles and practices in Marketing (functional expert) and a basic knowledge in other areas including Sales, Finance and Supply Chain
In-depth understanding of how own area integrates with other Marketing areas and with other functional areas such as Sales
Deep understanding of the industry sector and competitive landscape
Developed communication and diplomacy skills required to guide, influence, and convince others (internal and external); often customer-facing; interactions with senior leadership.
Strong leadership, strategic thinking, communication and teamwork skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
MBA
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McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.

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