Associate Director, Trade Marketing (Pet)

Post Holdings

Lakeville, MN

Full Time

Director

99k-155k

12 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Associate Director of Trade Marketing (Pet) at Post Consumer Brands is a leadership role responsible for driving top-line growth and profitability for the pet portfolio. The position involves developing and executing channel and customer-focused strategies, collaborating cross-functionally with sales, marketing, finance, and supply chain teams, and leading a high-performing trade marketing team. The role is based at the Lakeville, Minnesota headquarters and supports the company's mission to provide high-quality, accessible food for families and their pets, expanding into the pet food market with iconic brands.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute a long-term vision for commercial go-to-market strategies that align with brand, channel, and customer objectives.
Lead and inspire teams to create and implement innovative customer-centric solutions that drive growth and differentiation.
Build and execute tailored channel strategies to maximize product availability, visibility, and performance across key customers and retail environments.
Own and lead the execution of product, pricing, placement, and promotion strategies, including price-pack architecture, display optimization, and distribution expansion.
Develop and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of trade marketing initiatives and drive continuous improvement.
Oversee the development and management of multi-million-dollar trade budgets, ensuring optimal ROI and financial performance.
Build and maintain a high-performing Trade Marketing team through ongoing guidance, coaching, and development.
Stay informed of industry trends, competitive landscape, and consumer behavior to identify growth opportunities.
Leverage data and analytics to inform decision-making and optimize trade spending across the pet portfolio.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or related field; MBA preferred.
Minimum 10+ years of progressive experience in trade marketing, sales, or category management within the consumer-packaged goods industry.
Effective communication and presentation skills with the ability to simplify complex subject matter.
Proven track record of delivering results in a fast-paced, competitive environment.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with key internal and external partners.
Understanding of financial metrics and their impact on business performance.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel skills and PowerPoint.
Experience with trade planning and management software.
Proven ability to recruit, lead, and develop high-performing teams.

Nice to Have

Prior pet industry experience.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or related field.
MBA (preferred).
10+ years of experience in trade marketing, sales, or category management.

Benefits & Perks

Salary range of $99,119 - $154,626 per year.
Hybrid work schedule with 3 days in-office and remote flexibility up to 2 days a week.
Equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination policies.

Working at Post Holdings

Post Consumer Brands is committed to high standards of quality and values, driven by the idea of making lives better through delicious, accessible food. The company values thoughtful work, impact, and growth, with a focus on family, including their pets. They foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence, supporting their team members in developing high-performing teams and staying ahead of industry trends.

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