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John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. · 1 day ago

Associate Product Manager

Elgin, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$69K/yr - $95K/yr

1+ years exp

John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. is seeking an Associate Product Manager who will play a hands-on leadership role in delivering private brand strategies and initiatives. The role involves collaborating with sales and marketing teams to lead product commercialization and pricing execution, which is critical for driving volume and profit growth.

Food and Beverage

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Collaborates with sales and marketing teams to lead the commercialization process

Oversees new product and SKU development by managing artwork workflows, coordinating RFPs, handling sample requests, and ensuring timely follow-up

Facilitates cross-functional teams and project-related meetings

Works closely with marketing and pricing teams on new and existing product pricing to maintain or improve JBSS margins

Manages packaging changes, including discontinuations or transitions related to structure, graphics, or ingredient updates, in partnership with relevant functions

Partners with sales and marketing to leverage consumer insights and category data to inform customer strategies, including optimal assortment, new product ideas, pricing, and retail merchandising

Qualification

Financial acumenProject managementMicrosoft OfficeTeam leadershipCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in a business discipline preferred

1–2 years of prior work experience, preferably in private brands and ideally with a CPG/food company

Basic knowledge of new product launches and commercialization

Strong project management skills

Solid financial acumen

Demonstrated team leadership, agility, and ability to work cross-functionally

Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Strong attention to detail, math aptitude, and ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

Health benefits

Professional growth support

Generous paid time off benefits to support work/life balance

Retirement benefits

Other programs to support financial wellness

Company

John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc.

John B. Sanfilippo & Son is a food production company that provides nut solutions.

Founded in 1959

Elgin, Illinois, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://jbssinc.com

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