Job Requisition: 492584
Address: USA-PA-Carlisle-1149 Harrisburg Pike
Store Code: Product Management 4 (5139516)
Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is part of the U.S. family of brands, which includes five leading omnichannel grocery brands - Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. Our associates support the brands with a wide range of services, including Finance, Legal, Sustainability, Commercial, Digital and E-commerce, Technology and more.
Primary Purpose
This position provides critical support to drive Private Brands (PB) sales, margin and penetration in collaboration with the Category, Merchandising and Pricing teams for an assigned category area. Provides key partnerships with category teams to ensure that Private Brands can drive local objectives. In conjunction with the PB Category Development Manager, short- and long-term strategic plans at the category level, including but not limited to category business plans, annual planning, and new item development.
Our flexible/ hybrid work schedule includes 3 in-person days at one of our core locations and 2 remote days. Our core office locations include Salisbury, NC, Quincy, MA, Carlisle, PA, Scarborough, ME, and Hyattsville, MD.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Supports category business meetings with category teams to review performance metrics, long range plans and shared opportunities.
- Assists the management and analysis/reporting all category aspects related to Private Brands for US local brands including product quality and financial performance.
- Assists and lead development of PB business plans and targets including sales, profit, penetration, and unit growth.
- Assists with providing category insights into competition, Best in Class (BIC) programs, industry and consumer trends to recognize opportunity areas.
- Supports development of innovation across assigned categories and responds to the insights and latest trends to meet or exceed the Brand's shopper expectations.
- Supports/performs the development and launch of new Private Brand products and end-to-end process for product development.
- Assists with driving Brand's PB category plans and strategic category reviews that bring impact and influence to move business and decisions forward.
- Additional job duties may be assigned as needed to meet the needs of the business and support our Values.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or related level of experience in the specific Fresh retail category management area.
- Good discernment and the validated ability to provide strong customer service to partners
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong communication & presentation skills (verbal and written)
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills, and able to use reporting tools and to support developing insights from data provided, including use of data to state a case and problem-solving ability
- Strong project management skills, including measurement, reporting and analysis
- Ability to navigate ambiguity, adapt quickly to shifting priorities, make timely decisions and drive behavioral change within the company
- Problem solver with the ability to switch seamlessly between critical thinking and tactical execution within a fast-paced environment
ME/NC/PA/SC Salary Range: $75,040 - $112,560
IL/MA/MD/NY Salary Range: $86,320 - $129,480
Actual compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on their unique qualifications and experience, internal equity, and market conditions. Final compensation decisions will be made in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.
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At Ahold Delhaize USA, we provide services to one of the largest portfolios of grocery companies in the nation, and we're actively seeking top talent.
Our team shares a common motivation to drive change, take ownership and enable our brands to better care for their customers. We thrive on supporting great local grocery brands and their strategies.
Our associates are the heartbeat of our organization. We are committed to offering a welcoming work environment where all associates can succeed and thrive. Guided by our values of courage, care, teamwork, integrity (and even a little humor), we are dedicated to being a great place to work.
We believe in collaboration, curiosity, and continuous learning in all that we think, create and do. While building a culture where personal and professional growth are just as important as business growth, we invest in our people, empowering them to learn, grow and deliver at all levels of the business.
Ahold Delhaize USA Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage with HSAs/FSAs, mental health resources, and voluntary options like critical illness and pet insurance administered via an ADUSA portal. Feedback suggests wellness programs and inclusive health coverage (e.g., transgender care) are part of the offering.
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Retirement Support — Corporate roles commonly feature a 401(k) with company match, and some union-represented associates (e.g., Stop & Shop) retain defined-benefit pensions. Feedback suggests brands also participate in single- or multi-employer retirement arrangements that vary by banner and bargaining unit.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave, adoption assistance, fertility benefits, and onsite Mother’s Rooms are highlighted for eligible roles. Feedback suggests generous PTO/holidays and hybrid/flexible options further support family needs in many corporate positions.
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Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is part of the U.S. family of brands, which includes five leading omnichannel grocery brands – Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. Our associates support the brands with a wide range of services, including Finance, Legal, Sustainability, Commercial, Digital and E-commerce, Technology and more. Our team includes some of the best and brightest talent from a variety of backgrounds, ranging from decades-long careers in retail to fresh perspectives from outside our industry. With a purpose-driven culture grounded in our values of courage, care, integrity, teamwork and humor, we are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued. Our team shares a common motivation to drive change, take ownership and enable the brands we support to nourish their customers and communities. We thrive on supporting great local grocery brands and their strategies. As part of the largest grocery retail group on the East Coast, we understand our vital role in enabling healthier people and a healthier planet and have an ongoing commitment to driving sustainable change that leads to a thriving food system, nourishes local communities, and creates a better world.
Why Work With Us
We love fresh perspectives, not just fresh produce. We believe that an inclusive workplace fosters creativity, accelerates innovation, and helps us create an even better product. At Ahold Delhaize USA, you’ll find coworkers who are caring and committed, and who focus on dreaming big and getting things done.
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