Associate Manager, Calendar Development

International Dairy Queen, Inc. (IDQ), based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is the parent company of American Dairy Queen Corporation and Dairy Queen Canada, Inc. Through its subsidiaries, IDQ develops, licenses, and services a system of more than 7,800 DQ restaurants in more than 20 countries. IDQ is a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. For more information, visit DairyQueen.com.

Here at IDQ, we create extraordinary Fan experiences every day and we do this through our commitment to hiring and retaining only the best in class talent. We firmly believe that our employees are the catalyst to the success of the company where their initiative, strategic thinking, and entrepreneurial spirit are recognized and rewarded. We're looking for motivated, passionate and dedicated individuals with an inherent need and ambition to go after bigger challenges. 

We have an exciting opportunity available for an Associate Manager, Calendar Development located out of our corporate office in Bloomington, MN.  This individual contributor role supports the execution and optimization of the strategic marketing calendar for the DQ brand across the US and partners with Canada. This role collaborates with cross-functional teams to assist in calendar planning, project coordination, and communication efforts. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, marketing acumen, and a collaborative mindset to help drive calendar initiatives that align with brand strategy and business goals.

Calendar Strategy & Development

• Assist in the development of the annual marketing calendar in partnership with senior team members.
• Support cross-functional collaboration to ensure calendar initiatives are aligned with brand priorities and operational feasibility.
• Contribute to calendar optimization through analysis of historical performance and consumer insights.
• Help coordinate calendar planning sessions and workshops with internal teams and agency partners.

Project Management & Execution

• Manage portions of the calendar development process, including tracking timelines and supporting milestone completion.
• Prepare internal documentation such as calendar briefs and project forms.
• Support communication efforts to Field Marketing, Promotional Readiness Team and Franchisees through meeting materials and presentations.
• Collaborate with marketing communications and digital teams to ensure calendar initiatives are supported with appropriate assets.

Strategic Insights & Planning 

• Assist in integrating consumer insights and market trends into calendar planning.
• Support scenario planning and performance evaluation efforts led by senior team members.
• Help monitor calendar effectiveness and recommend improvements.

Budget Support 

• Assist in tracking calendar-related project budgets and expenses.
• Ensure documentation and reporting are accurate and timely.

The US national base salary range for this position is $80,088 - $96,105. The base salary range displayed reflects the targeted hiring range for positions across all US locations. Individual pay is determined by job-related skills, work location and relevant education or experience.

Education/Experience

• B.A. or B.S. Degree in Marketing, Business, or related field or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• 2–4 years of experience in marketing, brand strategy, or project coordination; experience in QSR or franchised environments a plus.

Skills:

• Strong organizational and analytical skills; demonstrated ability to interpret business data and contribute to planning decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to create and successfully drive project plans, to multi-task and prioritize multiple projects and requests simultaneously, within an intense, deadline-driven environment.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams and managing projects.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint; familiarity with project management tools preferred.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Our benefit package supports the well-being of our employees and their families.  Our comprehensive benefit package includes, medical, dental, 401K match, paid time off (including volunteer time as well as parental leave) and so much more!  To learn more about our great benefit offerings, Click Here.

Work Environment

Most positions located out of our global headquarters in Bloomington, MN will work a hybrid work schedule where you will work 3 collaboration days a week.  Additional in office time may be required to support team/project needs.  

Inclusion & Belonging

We are committed to creating a culture of inclusion and belonging for all who touch DQ. We believe in and commit to fostering a community where employees bring their authentic selves to work, and where we recruit, engage, and retain employees, franchise owners, and suppliers based on qualifications and merit. We strive to maintain an environment where everyone feels welcome.

IDQ is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new team members. You must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.