Manager, Marketing

Overview

Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets.

We are currently seeking a candidate for Merchandising POS Manager position to report to the Director of Omni Commerce Marketing, as part of the Omni Channel team. The candidate will lead the development, production and fulfillment of “best in class” POS, displays and other merchandising tools to support the sale Primo Brands at all retail locations. This candidate will drive sales by providing merchandising materials that gain shoppers’ attention and deliver excellent in-store experience for our brands and increase brand awareness.

The Manager will be a point of contact for sales and marketing for various in-store needs. The candidate will provide subject matter expertise while interacting with various internal Primo departments including marketing, sales, procurement and finance. The candidate will lead managing external vendor partners in all daily operations including requesting estimates, managing inventory, tracking shipments, etc. The Manager will lead and by key point of contact of our merch & POS Fulfillment House partner, IMS.

The Manager will also assist in supporting the entire Omni Channel Marketing team in securing activation & in-store engagement materials for our key Drive Periods and Moments that Matter to our Retail Partners.

Salary: This position offers a base compensation range of $129,996 - $158,655.60.

This role is eligible for an annual bonus.

Location: Stamford, CT - This is a hybrid role working 2 days in the Stamford, CT Office and 3 days Remote.

Benefits

Health Benefits: Medical, prescription, dental, vision, flexible spending account (FSA), dependent care flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA)

Retirement/Investing: 401K with a 5% match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Insurance: Employee Life Insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, spouse/domestic partner/child life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment Other great benefits: Employee discounts, save on auto, home, and pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation and sick time, 9 paid holidays and 3 paid floating holidays, paid leave for when you have a baby, adopt a child, or become a foster parent, legal services, identity theft protection, employee assistance program (EAP), adoption reimbursement benefit, FEDlogic, commuter benefits

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead all daily efforts on brand/sales projects by taking an active role in all areas including item/material research, structural development, vendor management, material production and internal communication.
• Create and communicate production timelines for all elements to ensure key dates and deliverables are met.
• Review vendor pre-production samples for artwork and die line accuracy.
• Manage merchandising vendors, overseeing POS, Display and Premium production and delivery.
• Understand the in-store landscape, across all channels of trade, to help shape & create impactful in-store solutions for the respective channel teams. Drive POS activation opportunities at key Retailers.
• Liasson between production vendors and distribution partner ensuring all projects are set up accurately for receiving, including assigning SKUs, product descriptions, and pack outs.
• Daily inventory management of merchandising materials to ensure adequate stock levels and request replenishment orders when necessary.
• Interact with multiple groups including Brand, Sales, Finance, Procurement and Creative throughout the merchandising material development and delivery process.
• Maintain the POS catalog up to date, managing timely input of new projects, item descriptions and images.
• Collaborate with vendors in the development of new, innovative and impactful merchandising materials to drive sales and brand awareness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Less than 30% travel
• 5+ years overall experience
• Proven experience in similar role: 2-3 years
• Background/experience in project management and research
• Passion for merchandising and CPG trends in-store
• Ability to prioritize and balance multiple projects simultaneously
• Familiarity with printing and production procedures
• Proficiency with MS Office software (Excel, PowerPoint & Word)
• Problem-solving aptitude
• Analytical mind with a business acumen
• Excellent communication skills

If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey with Primo Brands, apply now!

Primo Brands’ established portfolio includes billion-dollar brands Poland Spring® and Pure Life®, premium brands like Saratoga® and Mountain Valley®, regional leaders such as Arrowhead®, Deer Park®, Ice Mountain® Ozarka®, and Zephyrhills®, purified brands, Primo Water® and Sparkletts®, and flavored and enhanced brands like Splash® and AC+ION®. Our extensive direct-to-consumer offerings and industry-leading line-up of innovative water dispensers create consumer connectivity through recurring water purchases across Water Direct, Water Exchange, and Water Refill.

At Primo Brands, our more than 11,000 associates are at the heart of what we do and deliver on our mission to provide healthy hydration to consumers wherever, however and whenever they want it. We believe in fostering a respectful culture, which values our associates who are deeply invested in quality hydration, our communities, and the sustainability of our packaging and water sources for generations to come.

Primo Brands is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.

Salary Range Disclaimer

The salary range provided for this position is approximation based on market research, internal compensation data and the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Final salary offers are determined through a comprehensive evaluation of candidate qualifications and may vary depending on factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location of the position. Other components of the compensation package, including benefits and bonuses, will also be considered. We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices, and we encourage open dialogue about compensation during the interview process.

Candidates must possess strong English language skills to effectively communicate with customers and provide exceptional service. Proficiency in English is essential for understanding customer needs, resolving inquiries, and collaborating with team members.