Brand Manager-AFH-Tomatoes

Location: Chicago/Aon Center, United States

Salary: $120,800–$151,000 annually, plus performance-based bonus.

Company

hirify.global’s Away From Home foodservice business manages the Escalon and Heinz branded tomatoes portfolio for operators and distribution partners.

What you will do

• Own brand strategy, portfolio management, and a three-year growth plan for Escalon and Heinz tomatoes.
• Analyze equity, share, volume, revenue drivers, competition, and monthly consumption data to recommend growth actions.
• Manage SKU rationalization, strategic prioritization, pack and price architecture, and product catalog updates.
• Lead renovation, maintenance, format innovation, and commercialization projects with R&D, Finance, Project Management, and Innovation.
• Develop and execute B2B communications across Away From Home channels and foodservice partners.
• Plan Escalon’s trade show presence, including Pizza Expo, and collaborate with Sales, Culinary, Customer Marketing, and agency partners.

Requirements

• Extensive marketing experience in a CPG company or on the agency side supporting foodservice or B2B initiatives.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience developing marketing plans covering situation assessment, strategy, and tactical planning.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver projects within agreed timelines.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and execute B2B marketing campaigns.
• Ability to work from the Chicago/Aon Center location.

Culture & Benefits

• Healthcare coverage including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plans.
• Paid time off, company holidays, leave of absence, and flexible work arrangements.
• 401(k), life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, and disability coverage.
• Employee assistance, wellbeing, family support, training, learning opportunities, and recognition programs.
• Performance-based bonus eligibility.