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Smithfield Foods
Marketing Manager - Foodservice
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What they do
A Restaurant or Food Service Manager oversees daily operations at a restaurant or an institution that serves meals such as a college or hospital. Hires, trains and supervises food service workers, manages meal and work schedules, supervises supply orders, food preparation and the quality of food and service, and monitors compliance with health regulations.
$59,536 / year median in Virginia
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Marketing Manager
- Foodservice Smithfield Foods United States, Virginia, Smithfield Sep 02, 2026 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. Join Us as a Marketing Manager- Foodservice! Smithfield Culinary is seeking a Marketing Manager
- Foodservice to lead brand and sales-driven marketing plans that support annual growth goals.
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.Brand/Product Management:
Works with leadership and agency partners to develop the annual marketing plan and create sales tools (imagery, videos, sell sheets, POS). Collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate, consistent product information and reduce errors. Analyzes market trends, consumer insights, and purchase behaviors to recommend strategic adjustments, while developing category strategies to meet business goals.Sales Support & Leadership:
Leads legal approval of materials and customized sales presentations. Drives strategic initiatives in meetings with Business Management and Sales. Enhances understanding of P&L and its impact on marketing, while attending customer presentations to foster a customer-focused approach.Advertising and Promotion Management:
Manages agency relationships and supports internal/external presentations. Identifies and manages potential partnerships to support brand growth.Marketing Execution & Evaluation:
Develops and executes the annual marketing plan, ensuring consistent brand messaging across all channels. Drives agency performance and provides feedback on creative, optimizing plans as needed.Innovation Management:
Leads product development process with brand strategy team; identifying target audience, highlighting key insights, creating product proposition, and assessing market potential. Leads creative exploration exercises to drive brainstorming and white space discussion based on insights for brand and categories. Partners with innovation team help bring viable new products to market, as well as to optimize/renovate existing products as needed.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 or related field and 5+ years relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required. 2+ years of demonstrated experience in team management/development or project leadership required. B-B marketing experience with a food manufacturer or agency. Direct experience or high-level knowledge in the foodservice industry preferred. Understanding of brand & associated product management disciplines, key marketing strategies, media, and selling dynamics. Familiar with Power BI, SAP, and PMDM. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, required.OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT
Strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills required. Superior project management and process improvement skills. Ability to prioritize projects, organize resources, and direct projects efficiently to produce high-quality and quantity outputs that add value to the company, required. Ability to manage multiple projects at a time. Ability to maintain a keen attention to detail, multitask, and work well under pressure. Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Ability to be respectful, approachable, and team-oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment. The expected pay range for this position is $105,000- $140,000 annually.