Product Manager

Title: Product Manager - Bacon CategorySalary: 108k/yr - 138k/yr + 15% Bonus Company Summary:A privately held, vertically integrated protein manufacturing organization is seeking a Product Manager to lead strategic growth and profitability for a core bacon product category. The company serves retail, foodservice, and private label customers nationwide and is known for operational excellence, strong branded portfolios, and a collaborative, growth‑oriented culture. The Product Manager will be responsible for:Lead strategy, profitability, and growth for the bacon category. Manage pricing and margin performance across daily and seasonal cycles. Oversee inventory strategy, including fresh/frozen planning and distressed inventory resolution. Guide production decisions tied to raw material utilization. Build and manage break‑even models with FP&A and Operations to inform sales and inventory actions. Serve as the main contact for Sales on specs, pricing, costing, and inventory updates. Support pricing negotiations, trade agreements, RFPs, and assortment strategy. Maintain cross‑functional workflows with FP&A, Operations, Quality, and Planning. Review product performance to assess spec execution and yield variances. Monitor supply/demand balance and resolve service‑level issues. Act as the category expert and provide strategic guidance across teams. The Product Manager should have the following qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Food Science, or related field (MBA preferred). 5+ years in product/category management, brand management, or food manufacturing. Experience in protein, meat processing, or CPG strongly preferred. Strong analytical skills; experience with syndicated data (IRI, Nielsen, Circana). Demonstrated P&L management capability. SAP experience preferred. Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence decision‑making. Strong communication and presentation skills. Willing to travel up to 30%. Benefits/Perks:Competitive compensation and performance‑based bonusMedical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options401(k) with company matchGenerous paid time off and holidaysOngoing training and professional developmentLong‑term career growth within a financially strong, expanding organization