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Vital Farms

Ethically produced, pasture-raised eggs and dairy

Senior Manager, Trade Finance

Corporate Finance & FP&APosted on Nov 10
Full-timeRemote in USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 6 years of experience in consumer packaged goods trade promotion management or a related role, including at least 2 years in a people leadership position.
  • A BS or BA in Business Administration or Finance is required; a related field is also accepted.
  • Experience with Blacksmith, Power BI, Spins, IRI, Circana, Nielsen, or customer portals is a plus.
  • Advanced Excel skills and Microsoft Office skills are required.
  • Proven sales experience is required; sales analyst experience in similar roles is considered a plus.
  • Ability to work comfortably under minimal direct supervision is required.

Responsibilities

  • Guide the sales team through all stages of the Trade Management process.
  • Coordinate and maintain Blacksmith trade promotion management and trade promotion optimization systems for assigned customers.
  • Guide Sales on Blacksmith trade promotion optimization scenario planning and promotions appropriate from volume, margin, and return-on-investment perspectives.
  • Guide Sales on the Blacksmith trade promotion management process, including forecast accuracy, promotion scenarios, post-event analysis, and structuring promotions for accurate reporting and deduction clearance.
  • Conduct monthly trade reviews with Account Managers for assigned customers.
  • Enforce trade management recommendations, including naming conventions, delivery and performance dates, and performance type definitions.
  • Work with Accounting to resolve deductions and close them within 90 days of receipt.
  • Release and close fully actualized promotions in the trade promotion management system for assigned customers.
  • Partner in the annual revenue and trade bottom-up planning process, including identifying revenue and budget gaps to the annual operating plan.
  • Assist in developing and reporting trade management key performance indicators, including retail price point execution, budget over- or underspends, contract attachments, forecast accuracy, and promotion creation lead time.
  • Assist with reporting and communicating incremental volume plans to Demand Planning, and present details during Demand Reviews.
  • Coordinate and track Sales team submission of committed promotions for approval, and approve promotions for assigned customers.
  • Manage the Trade Team's collection and reporting of post-event analysis details in Power BI, and present findings during Sales reviews.
  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of two direct reports, fostering professional growth, accountability, and high performance.
  • Set clear objectives, provide regular feedback, and ensure alignment with organizational priorities.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert and escalation point for complex trade management issues.
  • Partner with the Trade Management team and Sales to maintain the system.
  • Assist with system maintenance, including new customer setups, validating OI in the enterprise resource planning system, and uploading consumption actuals.
  • Ensure direct and indirect tables are accurate and maintained.
  • Work with Sales to keep volume plans complete and updated for new item introductions and discontinuations.
  • Establish and communicate recommendations for standard operating procedures as the organization grows.
  • Suggest future trade promotion management enhancements and test functionality of enhancements over time.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with Blacksmith, Power BI, Spins, IRI, Circana, Nielsen, or customer portals.
  • Sales analyst experience in similar roles.

About the Company

Vital Farms

Ethically produced, pasture-raised eggs and dairy

Vital Farms produces ethically raised eggs and dairy by partnering with about 200 family farms. Producers give hens pasture access of at least 108 square feet, with fresh air and sun year-round. The company sells pasture-raised products to consumers who care about animal welfare and sustainability, often at a premium price. Its model centers on farm partnerships and maintaining high ethical standards, ensuring transparency and environmental stewardship. Customers can engage with the brand through experiences like the Pasture Passport, which lets them virtually visit the farms where eggs are laid and participate in birdwatching. Overall, Vital Farms aims to bring ethically produced food to tables by supporting small, welfare-focused farms and offering transparent, premium products.

Company size
501-1,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Austin, TX
Founded
2007

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