Senior Director, Commercial Strategy & Operations

fairlife LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers.

With over $3B in annual retail sales fairlifes portfolio of delicious lactose-free real dairy products includes: fairlife ultra-filtered milk; Core Power High Protein Shakes a sports nutrition drink to support post-workout recovery; fairlife nutrition plan a nutrition shake to support the journey to better health.

A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company fairlife LLC has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry leading innovation.

To learn more about fairlife and its complete line of products please visit .

job purpose:

TheSenior Director Commercial Strategy &Operationsis responsible fordefining and leading the enterprise commercial strategy to deliver sustainable profitable growth. This role provides strategic direction across brands channels and customers while ensuring best-in-class go-to-market execution.

This leaderoperateswith ageneralmanagermindset connecting insights across consumer category customer and channel to shape long-term growth strategies. The role serves as a key partner toBrandSalesFranchiseRGMInsights FinanceandSupply Chain driving alignment and execution across the organization.

responsibilities:

• Define and lead the enterprise commercial strategy across brands channels and customers to deliver sustainable profitable growth

• Develop and align long-range plans and annual operating plans ensuring clear prioritization of growth opportunities

• Lead channel and customer strategy including prioritization joint business planning and route-to-market optimization

• Oversee commercialization of innovationand portfolio initiatives ensuring strong go-to-market execution across all channels

• Establish and drive a commercial performance management framework using data and insights toidentifyrisks and unlock opportunities

• Serve as a strategic integrator acrossBrandSalesFranchise RGMInsightsFinanceandSupply Chain to align business priorities and execution

• Lead key operating rhythms and governance forums to drive accountability decision-making and organizational alignment

• Build and lead a high-performing Commercial Strategy & Operations organization including talent development and succession planning

• Drive capability development in commercial planning analytics revenue growth management and execution excellence

• Lead organizational evolution ensuring the right structure talent and processes are in place to support long-term growth

skills/qualifications required:

• 12 years of progressive leadership experience incommercial strategy salesstrategyor general management roles

• Proven track records ofbuildingleadingand developing high-performingteams

• Strong experience in consumer goodsbeverageor retail-driven environments

• Deepexpertisein channel strategy categorymanagementand go-to-market execution

• Demonstrated ability toleveragedata and insights to drive business decisions

• Collaborative leader with ability to influence and partner withcross-functional teams andsenior internal and external stakeholders

• Exceptional communication and executive presence skills

• Bachelors degreerequired; MBA or advanced degree preferred

• Ability to thrive in fast-paced entrepreneurial environment

how fairlife nourishes you:

At fairlife we believe in better and that includes how we support our people. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and wellbeing resources designed to support you physically emotionally socially and financially both in and out of work.

• Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage effective day one!

• Supplemental health plans (hospital indemnity accident and critical illness insurance)

• Paid Time Off to recharge and support work-life balance

• Paid parental leave & adoption assistance (up to $10000)

• Parental support & family care benefits including childcare resources and lactation support

• 401(k) to support retirement planning with up to 9% in employer match

• Wellness reimbursement (up to $500 for qualified wellbeing expenses)

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for emotional wellbeing and work-life support

• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability

• Employer HSA funding (for HDHP participants)

• Tuition reimbursement (up to $10000) and student loan repayment ($200/month)

• Learning & development programs to unlock your full potential

• Rewards & recognition matching gifts free product and Business Resource Groups

fairlifes nour!sh program is designed to meet you where you are supporting your individual wellbeing journey while enabling you to do your best work every day.

position location:Chicago IL

reports to:VP Commercial

travel requirements:25% - 30%

exempt/nonexempt:exempt

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fairlife LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis ofrace color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job-related factors.

In addition to its nondiscrimination commitment the Company will also provide reasonable accommodation of qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us please email.

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At fairlife we manage the majority of our hiring internally through our dedicated Talent Acquisition team which is actively engaged in direct candidate sourcing. Most of our roles are filled through applications submitted via our careers site or through direct outreach by our team.