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Smithfield Foods
Senior Trade Planning Analyst, Foodservice
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An Investment or Portfolio Analyst advises individuals and companies about investments. Typically works with a collection of investments called a portfolio, though can also advise clients about individual investments. Studies trends that impact investments and writes reports regarding economic and business changes and activities that affect the value of investments. Can also be involved in the selling of investments, such as stocks. Works mainly in investment firms, though can also be employed in lending institutions, corporate finance departments, banks or insurance companies.
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-2% projected decline
Job Description
Senior Trade Planning Analyst, Foodservice Smithfield Foods
- 3.3 Smithfield, VA Job Details Full-time $75,000
- $110,000 a year 6 hours ago Benefits Relocation assistance Qualifications Senior level Leadership Communication skills Full Job Description If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub. Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special
- a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values
- gratitude, communication, respect and accountability
- and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.
THE VALUE YOU'LL BRING
The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. The Senior Trade Analyst- Foodservice leads strategic pricing, trade investment, and analytics initiatives across the Foodservice channel, supporting profitable growth with national accounts, regional operators, and distributor partners.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned. Advanced Analytics & Insights Lead advanced analytics to evaluate pricing, trade spend, and promotional effectiveness across Foodservice segments. Analyze operator performance, product mix, and volume trends using internal, distributor, and syndicated data. Conduct price elasticity, margin, and cost-to-serve analyses in a non-scanner data environment. Pricing & Trade Strategy Development Develop and recommend contract pricing strategies, bid frameworks, and customer-specific pricing structures. Design and optimize operator incentive programs and distributor trade strategies aligned to profitability targets. Lead post-event and ROI analysis to evaluate trade investment effectiveness and guide future decisions. Sales & Business Partnership Partner with Sales and Business Development to support RFPs, contract negotiations, and national account planning. Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain, and Category teams to align strategies. Serve as a key liaison between headquarters and field sales to ensure execution and communication alignment. Planning, Forecasting & Tools Develop and enhance trade planning tools, forecasting models, and reporting frameworks to improve decision-making. Identify and implement process improvements, reporting efficiencies, and advanced analytical methodologies. Leadership & Influence Drives a positive employee experience through leadership by way of employee coaching.WHAT WE'RE SEEKING
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Marketing, Business Administration or related field and 5+ years of relevant Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) experience in sales, marketing or trade marketing; or equivalent combination of education and experience. MBA or advanced degree preferred. Strong experience supporting Foodservice channels, including national accounts, distributor networks (e.g., Sysco, US Foods, Performance Food Group), and contract pricing environments. Demonstrated expertise in pricing strategy, trade investment optimization, and financial modeling. Experience working with syndicated data (IRI/Circana, Nielsen) as well as internal shipment and distributor data sources. Proven ability to operate effectively in data-limited environments and generate actionable insights. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) preferred. Strong understanding of Foodservice economics, including distributor margins, operator dynamics, and cost-to-serve considerations. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence without direct authority. Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a high degree of autonomy. Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with strong interpersonal skills and leadership presence. The expected pay range for this position is $75,000- $110,000 annually.