Title:  Sr Manager, Insights & Strategy

At WK Kellogg Co, we exist to create joy and connection to inspire Gr-r-reat days. We believe that doing good is always good for business and we have stood for this since Kellogg Company was founded more than 119 years ago. We are passionate about doing our part to make nutritious foods, create social connectivity and respect natural resources. Together, these actions create positive progress for people and the planet – today and for years to come. We have big plans for how we are going to accomplish this, and we would love for you to join us in this effort.

Advance your career as a Senior Manager Insights & Strategy Professional!  

The Senior Manager of Insights & Strategy plays a pivotal role in deciphering consumer needs and trends to sculpt the identity of our brands. Collaborating closely with team members, the Senior Manager formulates robust strategies that align seamlessly with brand equity and values. Moreover, they delve into higher-level insights and strategies encompassing the portfolio, target audience, and specific categories. This role will 'own' scoping, designing, and gaining senior leader alignment on the projects and strategies it leads. This is a Hybrid position that requires the incumbent to live within 60 miles of the Battle Creek, Michigan Headquarter Office and be on-site 3 days a week. We may have flexibility to consider talent outside of that radius. 

At WK Kellogg, we are passionate about our brands, business, and our outstanding people.  Are you ready to leave your footprint (Or as Tony would say paw print) with an industry leader?  Apply now to become a part of a best-in-class company that values equity, diversity, and inclusion.

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Formulate a comprehensive learning agenda for both brand-specific and broader segment-level objectives, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals.

• Independently design and execute research workstreams with minimal oversight, delivering valuable insights.

• Offer actionable recommendations to guide brand and portfolio strategies, influencing brand positioning, communications, and innovation workstreams.

• Conduct in-depth analyses of brand and segment/category performance, identifying key drivers and pinpointing white space opportunities.
• Seamlessly connect data from various sources to craft compelling narratives, leveraging trends and human understanding to anticipate future developments.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Market Research, Advertising, Marketing, Experimental Psychology, or related field.

• Proven expertise in market research with a demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate seamlessly with diverse stakeholders, including marketing and broader organization leadership teams.

• Adept at identifying and prioritizing critical business issues, translating them into clear objectives, and aligning research tools with specific business needs.

• Extensive experience in executing, analyzing, and formulating recommendations using various key methodologies, such as concept development and testing, product testing, advertising development and testing, brand health assessment, as well as qualitative and syndicated business analysis.

Compensation Insights:

Salary Range: $142,000.00 -$186,375.00

Salary pay ranges are determined by role and level.  Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, certifications, qualifications, relevant education or training, and local market conditions.  

At WK Kellogg Co, our success depends on our most vital asset — our people. That’s why we’re committed to providing you with benefits and programs that support your Total Health and your journey to be and feel your best — physically, financially, emotionally, and socially. Although subject to change, the below are the benefits currently offered in association with this position:

• Incentive Plan bonus eligibility
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Savings and Investment Plan with Company match and contribution
• Paid Time Off (includes paid sick time)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Life Insurance, AD and D Insurance and STD/LTD
• Tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance for eligible employees
• Employee recognition program

The above offerings are subject to the terms of WKKC policies, which will control in the event of a conflict with the above descriptions

Our comprehensive and competitive benefits not only deliver value to you and your family but also offer choice to meet your unique needs and knowledge to empower confident decision-making.

 ABOUT WK KELLOGG CO

At WK Kellogg Co, we bring our best to everyone, every day through our trusted foods and brands. Our journey began in 1894, when our founder W.K. Kellogg reimagined the future of food with the creation of Corn Flakes, changing breakfast forever. Since then, we have embraced the same spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship in everything we do, channeling our founder’s passion and commitment to creating high quality and delicious products while fostering communities. Our iconic brand portfolio includes Frosted Flakes, Rice Krispies, Froot Loops, Kashi, Special K, Raisin Bran, Frosted Mini Wheats, and Bear Naked. With a presence in the majority of households across North America, our brands play a key role in enhancing the lives of millions of consumers every day, promoting a strong sense of physical, emotional and societal wellbeing. Our beloved brand characters, including Tony the Tiger and Toucan Sam, represent our deep connections with the consumers and communities we serve. For more information, visit www.wkkellogg.com. 

If we can help you with a reasonable accommodation throughout the application or hiring process, please email TalentAssist@wkkellogg.com

THE FINER PRINT

The ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, work overtime as needed and the ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position.

WK Kellogg Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For US applicants:

Where required by state law and/or city ordinance; this employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For additional information, please follow this link.

Let’s create gr-r-reat days,

WK Kellogg Co Recruitment