Lactalis
Global dairy products producer and employer
Associate Manager
Three days on-site per week required.
About the job
- A bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or a related field is required.
- One to three years of brand or product marketing experience is required.
- Understanding of marketing principles and a consumer-centric approach are required.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to synthesize data into data-driven recommendations are required.
- Project management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines are required.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to persuade and influence leadership and internal and external partners, are required.
- A general manager mindset, curiosity, and the ability to operate with ambiguity are required.
- A desire to work in a small, entrepreneurial environment is required.
- The ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines is required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint is required.
- Assist in creating and executing brand plans through market research, competitive analysis, and consumer insights to guide strategic direction.
- Monitor and analyze brand performance metrics, including sales data and market trends, to identify growth opportunities and areas for improvement.
- Support the planning and execution of marketing campaigns across digital, social media, and in-store channels while ensuring alignment with brand values and messaging.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on new product development initiatives, product and packaging design, profit-and-loss execution, and marketing strategies to increase awareness of new innovations.
- Manage the implementation of packaging design and graphics updates, including obsolescence tracking and timeline management.
- Manage the implementation of promotional and marketing programs through social media, events, partnerships, and promotions to build consumer relationships.
- Manage marketing budgets, track expenditures, and ensure efficient allocation of resources.
- An MBA is preferred.
- Experience in consumer-packaged goods and/or a related industry is preferred.
- Knowledge of syndicated database analysis programs such as IRI and Nielsen is preferred.
About the company
Lactalis is a global dairy group with roots in Laval, France, employing about 80,000 people across 250 production sites in around 100 countries. It covers all dairy categories—milk, ultra-fresh dairy, cheese, butter, cream, and dairy ingredients—through a portfolio of roughly 100 brands that ranges from major national names to local labels. Its products come from a long-standing dairy expertise rooted in cheesemongering and AOP cheese production, delivered through many sites and brands to fit local food cultures. Its goal is to offer healthy, gourmet, and accessible dairy products to as many people as possible while supporting rural economies and maintaining leadership in the global dairy industry.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Mayenne, France
Founded
1933
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- August 2026 Saputo UK acquisition deepens British distribution and adds five factories.
- July 2026 Agropur fine-cheese deal adds OKA, Monsieur Gustav, and two Quebec plants.
- Lactalis invested $75 million in New York plants, adding automation and 50 jobs.
What critics are saying
- Spain's Supreme Court finalized Lactalis cartel liability on June 29, 2026.
- Foodwatch sued Lactalis in January 2026 over delayed infant-formula recalls.
- Brisbane's South Brisbane milk plant closes July 2026, eliminating 202 jobs.
What makes Lactalis unique
- Lactalis controls global dairy scale across Cathedral City, Président, and Galbani.
- June 2026 Protein Works adds protein nutrition expertise beyond traditional milk processing.
- August 2026 Saputo UK deal makes Lactalis a leader in cheddar, butter, and spreads.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Professional Development Budget
Wellness Program
Company News
YFM has exited Protein Works following its acquisition by Lactalis, the world's leading dairy company, achieving a 10.8x cash multiple after seven years of partnership. YFM backed the sports nutrition brand through its Buyout Fund in 2019 when the business generated £13 million in revenue and operated almost entirely in the UK. The firm repositioned the company from sports nutrition into mainstream lifestyle nutrition whilst investing £11 million in a purpose-built manufacturing facility in Liverpool. Under YFM's ownership, revenue grew to approximately £55 million, gross margins improved significantly, and the customer base expanded to over 2.5 million with meaningful international presence. The acquisition by Lactalis provides Protein Works with access to deeper distribution and broader resources within one of the world's largest food and beverage groups.
Danone has entered into an agreement to sell its Swedish probiotic fruit juices brand, ProViva, to the French dairy group Lactalis. This transaction involves the sale of the Österlenmejeriet factory located in Lunnarp, Skåne County, in southeastern Sweden. The factory is Danone's only facility in Sweden and has previously received a Skr140m (approximately $16.9m) investment in 2020.
Fonterra Co-operative Group's shareholders have approved the sale of its consumer business to French company Lactalis for $4.2 billion. The decision was made during a brief online special meeting, which lasted only 20 minutes and included no questions from shareholders.
The dairy giant's boss explains why it has agreed to sell its consumer businesses, including Mainland and Anchor, for nearly $4 billion.
Lactalis USA invests $75M in NY dairy plants, expanding capacity, automation, and creating 50 jobs with state tax support.