Associate Manager, Brand Finance - Chips

Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao’s Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder’s of Hanover. Swanson, and V8. 

Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

Why Campbell’s…

• Benefits begin on day one and include medical, dental, short and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance (for individual, families, and domestic partners).
• Employees are eligible for our matching 401(k) plan and can enroll on the first day of employment with immediate vesting.
• Campbell’s offers unlimited sick time along with paid time off and holiday pay.
• If in WHQ – free access to the fitness center. Access to on-site day care (operated by Bright Horizons) and company store.
• Giving back to the communities where our employees work and live is very important to Campbell’s.   Our “Campbell’s Cares” program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually.
• Campbell’s has a variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support employees.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE HISTORY HERE…

You will directly influence the management and strategic direction of the $1B Snacks Chips Category in a highly operational role where you and the Manager are P&L owners. As a steward of our iconic Chips brands (Kettle Brand, Cape Cod, Late July), you will drive proactive financial analysis to help achieve Sales, Gross Margin, and EBIT targets. This role provides deep visibility across the organization and offers a strong platform for career growth across multiple disciplines.

WHAT YOU WILL DO…

Process-Based Responsibilities (50%)

• Manage the innovation gating/commercialization process, including Horizon 2 launches.
  Develop proforma P&Ls, validate assumptions, and partner closely with Supply Chain and Sales to determine accurate costing and efficient pricing/trade strategies.
  Provide informal coaching/review to a more junior teammate involved in this process.

• Support the monthly Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process:

  • Prepare monthly analytics and presentations for Senior Management

  • Lead proactive monthly flux analyses

  • Highlight projection changes

  • Build sales and margin bridges using system EVAs

  • Exercise full P&L ownership

• Lead the monthly volume load process, requiring deep understanding of:

  • Chips Profit Center Hierarchy

  • SKU structure in EPM

  • Pricing across pack sizes

  • IBP OW model and demand load
    This portion of the role is highly analytical.

Ad-Hoc & Category Strategy Responsibilities (50%)

• Serve as a key preparer of the Chips 3-Year Strategic Plan and Annual Operating Plan:

  • Scenario modeling

  • YOY flux analyses

  • Bridge analyses

  • Identifying and articulating risks & opportunities

• Conduct Ad-Hoc FP&A analysis for individual Chips brand P&Ls:
  Work with finance SMEs to diagnose cost increases or “leaky buckets,” propose mitigation plans, and identify process improvements or growth opportunities.

• Execute ad-hoc strategic and analytical projects, including:

  • Margin roadmaps

  • Modeling of strategic incremental opportunities

  • LPI and PPA impact analyses

  • Capital/payback/ROI modeling

  • SKU rationalization analyses and recommendations

  • Mix analyses across brands to drive margin performance

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH…

You will act as a key finance partner to the Chips Leadership Team, collaborating closely with:

• Brand Marketing (GMs of each brand)

• Sales Strategy / RGM

• Consumer Insights

• Innovation

• Supply Chain

• R&D

• Sales Finance

• Broader cross-functional partners

You will also have frequent exposure to senior leadership and opportunities to lead presentations.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE… (MUST HAVE)

• Bachelor’s degree required in Accounting, Finance or related fields

• 5+ years of related financial experience

• Strong financial acumen and analytical skills

• Ability to prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment; self-starter mentality

• Continuous improvement mindset

• Strong attention to detail

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills; ability to influence in a matrixed environment

• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills (Think-cell a plus)

• ERP system proficiency (SAP, EPM)

• Working knowledge of GAAP

• Ability to “live in the grey,” synthesize quantitative and qualitative factors, and provide balanced recommendations

IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE… (NICE TO HAVE)

• Experience in CPG

• Prior P&L ownership or FP&A experience

• Experience coaching or mentoring junior analysts

• Background supporting commercialization or innovation finance processes

Additional Information

This position is based in Camden, NJ.
Campbell’s operates a hybrid work environment: 3 days in-office / 2 days remote.
Travel up to 5% may be required.

Compensation and Benefits:

The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between 

$85,300-$122,600

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.