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General Mills

Brand Manager

General Mills, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400

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At General Mills,

we're

not just making food;

we're

crafting experiences.

We're

a company driven by a passion for innovation, a commitment to our brands, and a deep understanding of the ever-evolving consumer landscape.

Our portfolio spans a broad range of categories

across both human and pet food

.

And

we're

reigniting growth through superior demand generation

and

building industry-leading capabilities

.

This is an exciting time to join our team. About the Role: Brand Management at General Mills is the engine of our success.

We're

looking for dynamic, data-driven marketers to join our team and lead the charge in shaping the future of iconic

brands like Betty Crocker, Old El Paso, Totino’s, Blue Buffalo,

Cinnamon Toast Crunch,

Annie’s

and more

.

As a Brand Manager,

you'll

be a full-spectrum business

leader

, driving strategy, stewarding brands, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve ambitious growth targets.

You'll

be the hub of the wheel, making high-impact decisions, developing

modern

marketing strategies, and leading teams to deliver exceptional results. Opportunities Await: We have multiple openings across

various

types

of

brand desk

s

, offering

a

wide array of

challenging opportunities: Established Brand Desk:

Lead the core business for an iconic brand, driving demand generation, brand strategy, commercial

performance

, and full P&L ownership

. Think big, bold campaigns that resonate with consumers and drive market share. Innovation Desk:

Lead the charge on bold, category-disrupting innovations, from concept to commercialization. This is your chance to shape the future of food and leave your mark on the

industry

. Strategic Growth Channels (SGC) Desk:

Develop and execute retailer-specific brand strategies and innovations to drive growth in priority channels like eCommerce, club stores, and small formats.

You'll

be at the forefront of shaping the future of

retail

. What You'll Do: Build Brands:

Lead purpose-driven brand and channel strategies rooted in deep consumer insights and cultural understanding. Develop and execute integrated marketing plans across media, content, innovation, and retail, driving both long-term brand equity and short-term demand. Run the Business:

Own P&L performance and deliver growth through strategic choices across pricing, promotion, innovation, margin, and distribution. Lead annual and long-range planning, forecasting, and business performance analysis. Navigate complex cross-functional relationships to deliver cohesive results. Lead Teams:

Act as a collaborative leader, guiding cross-functional teams through ambiguity to achieve alignment and execution. Coach and develop Associate Brand Managers and early-career talent, fostering a high-performing and accountable team environment. What You'll Bring: Bachelor's degree

in Marketing, Finance, Business, or related field 8+ years of progressive experience in Brand Management, Marketing, Consulting, or Strategy. Brand Management experience. Proven experience leading teams

including direct team management experience preferred. Cross-functional team leadership experience also considered. Proven experience managing a business in a matrixed environment. Strong commercial and strategic acumen, with experience

owning a P&L. Exceptional communication and influencing skills; ability to clearly articulate complex ideas to diverse audiences. Ability to lead through ambiguity and

operate

with independence. Bonus Points: MBA CPG,

Fast-Moving Consumer Goods, Food and Beverage, Pet, or Pet Food industry experience Track record

of coaching and developing talent Experience with customer-facing strategies and external partnerships Location: This

role is based

at our Headquarters in

Minneapolis, MN

– designed to bring people together, spark ideas, and fuel your growth

.

We have fun together and we Work

With

Heart:

flexibility is a core enabler of our culture,

with employees

coming together in person

3

days per week. Relocation

benefits will be provided for those who are not currently based in Minneapolis. Why General Mills? This

isn't

just a job;

it's

an opportunity to be part of something bigger. We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment, a commitment to your growth and development, and the chance to make a real impact on the world of food

and brands people love

. Join us as we build the most remarkable brands in

food

.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one other and grow together.Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surroundingourselves with peoplewho are hungry for what’s next.

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is $106800.00 - $178100.00 / Annually. At General Mills we strive for each employee's pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range for this role represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, educations, skills, work experience, certifications, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range. Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support and perks. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance. Reasonable Accommodation Request

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