Assistant Category Development Manager

Our Sales Force is the face of Chobani. We make sure every cup we sell meets a happy customer. We're a dedicated team. And it's easy to be dedicated when you're a part of something much bigger than yourself. We've got an insatiable appetite for making a difference.

Chobani's Assistant Category Development Managers work with category, consumer and shopper insights data to create a clear direction for the category that aligns customer and Chobani strategies. As a key member of the sales team, this role contributes to driving company sales and profits and to gaining advantage over competitors by driving strategic insights and value-added tools/programs to drive increased performance for designated brands at retail.

* Role will be part of the Emerging Channels team playing a key role in providing analytical support for customers within the Natural, UNFI Conventional Wholesale, and eCommerce channels
* Update and improve dashboards, templates, and processes that enable the team to maximize efficiency in performing their job requirements
* Utilize market data, retailer shopper card data, and consumer insights to analyze category and brand performance, identify trends, and uncover growth opportunities
* Provide necessary summaries and important trend updates to key internal stakeholders
* Manage Natural Channel reporting & product hub for the SPINS database
* Deliver strategic and tactical recommendations that improve overall category performance
* Develop and present content for retailer specific presentations that include relevant consumer insights, analysis of the competitive landscape, and new item/category selling resources
* Provide ongoing trend analysis (business performance and drivers) to seize value-creating opportunities that improve overall category performance or to correct category issues as needed
* Contribute to the customer planning cycle by providing knowledge of category and shopper trends, competitive issues, and assortment opportunities
* Perform other duties as necessary

* Bachelor's degree required
* 3 - 5 years consumer packaged goods or category management experience
* Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis and interpretation
* Strong and proven leadership skills
* Strong cross-functional exposure / experience
* Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
* Ability to work in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced and dynamic environment
* Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects against deadlines
* Ability to learn reporting systems such as SPINS and Nielsen
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, most importantly Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint
* Willingness to travel

Chobani is a food maker with a mission of making high-quality and nutritious food accessible to more people, while elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place. In short: making good food for all. In support of this mission, Chobani is a purpose-driven, people-first, food-and-wellness-focused company, and has been since its founding in 2005 by Hamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the U.S. The Company manufactures yogurt, oat milk, and creamers - Chobani yogurt is America's No.1 yogurt brand, made with natural ingredients without artificial preservatives. Following the 2023 acquisition of La Colombe, a leading coffee roaster with a shared commitment to quality, craftmanship and impact, the Company began selling cold-pressed espresso and lattes on tap at 32 cafes, as well as Ready to Drink (RTD) coffee beverages at retail.

Chobani uses food as a force for good in the world - putting humanity first in everything it does. The company's philanthropic efforts prioritize giving back to its communities and beyond: working to eradicate child hunger, supporting immigrants, refugees and underrepresented people, honoring veterans, and protecting the planet. Chobani manufactures its products in New York, Idaho, Michigan and Australia, and its products are available throughout North America and distributed in Australia and other select markets.

For more information, please visit www.chobani.com and www.lacolombe.com, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.

Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.