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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 Michael Angelo’s, Pace, Pacific Foods, Prego, Rao’s Homemade, Swanson, and V8. In our Snacks division, we have brands like Cape Cod, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pepperidge Farm, Snack Factory, and Snyder’s of Hanover. 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.

Category Manager, West — Campbell Snacks

Remote (West Region: TX, IL, CO, ID, CA)
~15% Travel

How You Will Make History Here

Join the Campbell Snacks Category Management Team and help shape the future of snacking across the Western Region. In this highly visible role, you will provide strategic and tactical thought leadership that accelerates category growth and strengthens key retailer partnerships. Your insights, storytelling, and data‑driven recommendations will influence decisions that grow market share, guide innovation, and elevate Campbell Snacks’ presence across all categories.

What You Will Do

Category Leadership & Strategy

  • Lead strategic and tactical recommendations across Distribution, Shelving, Merchandising, and Pricing (DSMP) to drive category performance.
  • Develop clear, actionable category strategies using POS and shopper data.
  • Build and deliver compelling category presentations that highlight consumer insights, competitive trends, and new item opportunities.

Retailer Partnership

  • Build strong, collaborative relationships with key retailer decision makers.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor by identifying category and shopper‑centric opportunities to grow market share.
  • Lead preparation for line reviews, recurring category reviews, Joint Business Plans (JBP), and Top‑to‑Top meetings.
  • Identify whitespace and partner with retailers to prioritize strategic initiatives.

Data, Insights & Planogram Excellence

  • Translate complex data into influential, strategic storytelling.
  • Provide planogram insights and assortment recommendations to unlock new sales opportunities.
  • Forecast distribution for managed accounts to support Campbell Snacks’ Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner closely with buyers, insights teams, internal customer teams, and World Headquarters to align on strategies and execution.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH

In this role, you will collaborate with:

  • Retailer partners across the West
  • Category leadership and senior leaders
  • Customer teams and cross‑functional departments
  • Insights & analytics partners
  • World Headquarters support teams

This role reports to the Senior Category Manager, West.

What You Bring to The Table (Must Have)

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 3+ years of Category Management or data analytics experience in the CPG industry
  • 3+ years' experience with IRI or Nielsen syndicated data
  • Strong analytical skills and exceptional attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strategic mindset with strong problem‑solving abilities
  • Technical proficiency in ProSpace, Excel, Access, and related tools
  • Experience with Blue Yonder or similar POG software
  • Ability to convert data into clear, compelling stories

It Would Be Great If You Have (Nice to Have)

  • Advanced category and shopper knowledge
  • Highly refined strategic storytelling capabilities
  • Strong planogram creation skills
  • High motivation and self‑discipline
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to juggle multiple priorities
  • Experience collaborating across diverse teams
  • Strong math, analytics, and problem-solving strengths
  • Initiative and ability to independently move projects forward

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Fully remote role (must reside in the West Region: TX, IL, CO, ID, CA
  • Approximately 15% travel for customer and team meetings

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


In that regard, U.S. applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.


Compensation and Benefits: The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between

$87,900-$126,400

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.
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