Commercialization Project Manager - Food & Beverage

Job Title: Commercialization Project Manager - Food & Beverage

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Employment Type: Full Time

Travel: 20%

Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range: 60,000-65,000k per year

Incentive Pay: Quarterly performance bonus

Benefits Summary: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) profit sharing, Vacation, Holidays, Floating Holidays, Company-paid LTD and life insurance, and Sick leave

Essential Job Functions

• Inspire the trust of the sales team through preparation of effective buyer meetings, successful sales appointments, and presentations. Holding team members accountable for action items and follow ups.


• Develop & deliver highly effective sales material and compelling narratives to spur brand growth


• Leverage Category research and store surveys to gain competitive advantage


• Be the subject matter expert for customer and item set up processes


• Have a deep understanding of our customers and their platforms to achieve exceptional customer service


• Manage all stakeholders (cross-department, Customer, Supplier) to achieve perfect execution


• Drive accountability in FSB timelines/checklists in to successfully build and launch customer programs


• Deliver successful program launches from authorization, item set up, to delivery on shelf as reflected by accurate, timely execution, efficient use of time & resources, & compliance to customer standards


• Ensure a smooth hand-off of programs to Supply Chain


• Maintain customer pricing, specification updates, COI, insurance, and recall compliance for existing business


• Help expand usage/adoption of BI initiatives through proactive cross-functional training

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Entrepreneurial minded with a flexible, can-do’ disposition. A belief that no task is beneath you.


• Be proactive and self-governing. Expertly manage details in an ever-changing landscape


• Ability to prioritize multiple projects to guarantee that all issues are allocated the required time to be handled in a professional manner


• Establish confidence and productivity that is demonstrated through a positive attitude and a strong work ethic


• Persuasive communication skills and the ability to influence


• Analytical skills with high proficiency in the Microsoft suite of tools


• Experience in ERP systems, CPG industry, Retail Link, or other customer portals a plus

Hiring Process

Our process may include application review, interviews, assessments, reference checks, and a conditional offer.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status.

Accommodation Statement

Applicants needing accommodation during the hiring process may contact human resources at hr@nxtphz.com.

Work Authorization

Employment is contingent upon the ability to work lawfully in the United States and completion of employment eligibility verification after hire.

Background Check / Drug Testing

Employment offers may be contingent upon job-related screening, where permitted by law.

At Will Employment

Employment with FoodStory Brands is at-will, meaning either the employee or the company may end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, unless otherwise required by applicable law.

This job postings not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the role. The company reserves the right to modify this description at any time.