Mgr Grocery Product & Trade
CAVA

Company Profile:
At CAVA we make it deliciously simple to eat well and feel good every day.We are guided by a Mediterranean heritage that's been perfecting how to eat and live for four thousand years. We prioritize authenticity, curiosity and the pursuit of excellence in everything we do. We are working towards somethingbig, together.

We foster a culture built on five core values:

• Generosity First, Always: We lead with kindness. Our best work happens when we act in service of others.

• Constant Curiosity: We are eager to learn, grow, and explore beyond the obvious.

• Act with Agility: We welcome change; it's the only constant. We embrace, adjust, adapt.

• Passion for Positivity: We greet each day with warmth and possibility.

• Collective Ambition: We have high aspirations that are achieved when we work together with a shared purpose.

Grocery Product & Trade Manager:

CAVA is a fast-growing culinary brand with a portfolio of fast-casual restaurants and a packaged goods line dedicated to fresh, Mediterranean-inspired, better-for-you cuisine. Our grocery business continues to grow, and this role will work with commercial leadership to make smart decisions, build data-based stories, and collaborate with both internal teams and external channel partners to expand our CPG business.

This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all the duties and responsibilities of the position and such duties and responsibilities may change without notice.

What You'll Do:

• Identify and evaluate meaningful product and sales opportunities to drive growth and profitability. Lead the development and execution for a subset of these initiatives

• Lead regular business reviews for the portfolio and key customer partners. Many of these will come to life as visually-compelling presentations

• Analyze market trends, consumer behavior and competitor activities to inform product decisions

• Monitor product performance and adjust strategies as needed

• Integrate data from internal and external sources (including Nielsen, customer portals, internal sales data) to inform decision-making and build data-based sales stories

• Work effectively within our Enterprise Resource Planning system, including maintaining and adding customer information and working with the team to identify and execute improvements

• Build and strengthen our relationships with key distributors and broker sales partners

• Identify marketing support tools required and work with internal creative team to scope and execute projects

• Develop and manage a library of resources for sales partners and internal teams

• Collaborate across departments to ensure successful product, retailer and initiative launches

• Conduct impactful and meaningful DE&I conversations within team and organization

• Maintain emotional stability in stressful situations; lead by example for how our team should handle adversity

• Manage timeline expectations within and across teams, deliver on our responsibilities accordingly

• Earn the trust of Team Members and Managers by consistently embracing CAVA's values

• Show discipline in bringing consistent performance, communication, and attitude to the job every day

• Recognize the emotional stake each Team Member has in personal and organizational success of this business

The Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience in product management or trade marketing in consumer goods. Experience working with shorter shelf life product is a bonus

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (MBA is a plus!)

• Strong analytical skills and experience working with various data sources, including POS data (such as Nielsen, IRI, SPINS)

• Proficiency with data analysis tools, ERP systems, and customer data platforms

• Excellent communication skills, including an ability to build a cohesive story with both data and qualitative elements

• A collaborative spirit and ability to work effectively with diverse teams

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to maintain stationary position to be able to operate a computer and other office equipment

• Must be able to identify, analyze and assess details

• Ability to communicate with others and exchange information accurately and effectively

• Constantly positions self and move about to support ordinary restaurant or food production support or office operations, as applicable

• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner

What we offer:

• Competitive salary, plus bonus and long-term incentives*

• Next day pay!

• Unlimited PTO, paid parental leave, plus paid opportunities to give back to the community

• Health, Dental, Vision, Telemedicine, Pet Insurance plus more!

• 401k enrollment with CAVA contribution

• Company-paid STD, LTD, Life and AD&D coverage for salaried positions*

• Free CAVA food

• Casual work environment

• The opportunity to be on the ground floor of a rapidly growing brand

• Please note that visa sponsorship is not available.

• The Compensation range posted includes total cash

*Indicates qualifying eligible positions only

CAVA - Joining "A culture, not a concept"

As an equal opportunity employer, CAVA considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, familial status, genetic information or any other characteristic or protected classes as defined by federal, state, or local law. This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all the duties and responsibilities of the position and such duties and responsibilities may change without notice.