Sr. Manager, Strategy
Danone, White Plains, NY, United States
Strategic Planning & Corporate Development
United States
White Plains, Louisville
Hybrid
Permanent Full-Time
Posted: 9 Mar 2026
About the job Danone US is formalizing a dedicated Competitive Intelligence (CI) capability to deliver proactive, coordinated, and actionable intelligence that informs strategy and drives faster, better decisions. We are looking for a Senior Manager to lead this initiative. The key responsibilities for this role include.
Build & evolve the CI capability : Define scope, operating model, and KPIs; refining with stakeholder feedback over time
Program leadership : Create workplans, orchestrate cross-functional inputs, manage deliverables end-to-end, and communicate progress and impact to senior stakeholders
Governance & routines : Stand up, govern and execute routines including leading task force teams and deep dives; align resources and ensure clear inputs → synthesis → implications → actions
Signal capture & tooling : Standardize and monitor signal capture templates and channels; develop and manage dashboards and synthesize data
Assessments & recommendations : Lead fact-based assessments and translate insights into concrete What We Can Learn implications and recommended actions
Thought partnership and effective collaboration : Act as a strategic partner to cross-functional partners; embed CI into planning cycles and leadership forums.
The ideal candidate excels in ambiguous situations, demonstrates initiative independently, thinks strategically and acts pragmatically. They combine a builder’s mindset with a synthesizer’s instinct—excited to create from scratch, make sense of emerging signals, and turn complexity into strategic clarity. They will bring the following knowledge, skills and experience to the role.
Strategic & analytical rigor : Strong business acumen and strategic mindset. Experience with defining strategic problems, developing hypotheses, structuring analyses, and synthesizing crisp narratives with business implications
Market/Category fluency : Working knowledge across US CPG consumers, categories and trends; comfort combining market, consumer, and customer signals
Influence without authority : Lead across levels/functions; drive alignment and decisions in ambiguous contexts
Adaptable and Curious : Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic business environment; bring structure and action to ambiguity
Communication excellence : Executive-ready, influential storytelling (written & verbal), with clear so what, options, and recommended actions
Program management : Experience leading complex, cross functional initiatives in CPG or top tier consulting with end-to-end ownership and ability to design and facilitate scenario planning sessions
Tools & data comfort : Proficiency with syndicated sources (e.g., Circana, SPINS, Nielsen) and ability to connect disparate datasets into a single POV
Self-Directed and Motivated Doer : Stays organized and driven to ensure progress of own & teams; Ability to work well as part of a fast-paced team
The salary range for this position is $130,000 – $175,000 USD. The exact salary offered will depend on several factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience, geographic location, internal equity, and market conditions. Danone North America additionally offers a performance-based bonus and has a strong benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Time Off, and Paid Parental Bonding Leave, among other benefit plan options. To give our employees flexibility, Danone is a hybrid work environment.
About you Qualifications:
Ability to work in either of Danone’s White Plains, NY or Louisville, CO offices (hybrid schedule)
About Danone Life at Danone
With approximately 5,000 employees and 13 production locations across the U.S., our vibrant culture and endless growth opportunities are just a couple of the reasons our employees call themselves ‘Proud Danoners.’
Learn more about Life at Danone
Our Brands
When you join us, you’ll work with some of the best-known food and beverage brands in the world, including Activia®, DanActive®, Danimals®, Dannon®, evian®, Follow Your Heart®, Happy Family® Organics, International Delight®, Light + Fit®, Nutricia®, Oikos®, Silk®, So Delicious® Dairy Free, STōK® Cold Brew Coffee®, Too Good & Co™, and YoCrunch®.
Learn more about our mission.
Our Purpose
We’re committed to making a positive impact on our world. Rooted in our mission to bring health through food to as many people as possible, we’re proud to be the world’s largest B Corp.
Our Benefits
Our commitment to making the world healthier starts with our employees.
Physical Wellbeing:
We pay for the majority of your medical benefits – which include medical, dental and vision – with our competitive 80%/20% cost‑sharing model.
Mental Wellbeing:
Danoners receive fitness discounts, unlimited flexible time off and hybrid work schedules. We also have a range of programs that support mental health and substance abuse.
Financial Support:
We offer a performance‑based bonus, a 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs and voluntary perks.
Family Care:
We offer caretaker benefits, 18 weeks of parental bonding, fertility, surrogacy, adoption benefits and pet insurance.
Learn more about our benefits.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Danone North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial and/or local law. For our EEO policy statement and your EEO rights under law click here.
California Data Privacy Law
#LI-NORAM
Dedicated to bringing health through food to as many people as possible, we are a leading global food & beverage company built on four businesses: Essential Dairy and Plant-Based Products, Waters, Early Life Nutrition and Medical Nutrition.
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United States
White Plains, Louisville
Hybrid
Permanent Full-Time
Posted: 9 Mar 2026
About the job Danone US is formalizing a dedicated Competitive Intelligence (CI) capability to deliver proactive, coordinated, and actionable intelligence that informs strategy and drives faster, better decisions. We are looking for a Senior Manager to lead this initiative. The key responsibilities for this role include.
Build & evolve the CI capability : Define scope, operating model, and KPIs; refining with stakeholder feedback over time
Program leadership : Create workplans, orchestrate cross-functional inputs, manage deliverables end-to-end, and communicate progress and impact to senior stakeholders
Governance & routines : Stand up, govern and execute routines including leading task force teams and deep dives; align resources and ensure clear inputs → synthesis → implications → actions
Signal capture & tooling : Standardize and monitor signal capture templates and channels; develop and manage dashboards and synthesize data
Assessments & recommendations : Lead fact-based assessments and translate insights into concrete What We Can Learn implications and recommended actions
Thought partnership and effective collaboration : Act as a strategic partner to cross-functional partners; embed CI into planning cycles and leadership forums.
The ideal candidate excels in ambiguous situations, demonstrates initiative independently, thinks strategically and acts pragmatically. They combine a builder’s mindset with a synthesizer’s instinct—excited to create from scratch, make sense of emerging signals, and turn complexity into strategic clarity. They will bring the following knowledge, skills and experience to the role.
Strategic & analytical rigor : Strong business acumen and strategic mindset. Experience with defining strategic problems, developing hypotheses, structuring analyses, and synthesizing crisp narratives with business implications
Market/Category fluency : Working knowledge across US CPG consumers, categories and trends; comfort combining market, consumer, and customer signals
Influence without authority : Lead across levels/functions; drive alignment and decisions in ambiguous contexts
Adaptable and Curious : Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic business environment; bring structure and action to ambiguity
Communication excellence : Executive-ready, influential storytelling (written & verbal), with clear so what, options, and recommended actions
Program management : Experience leading complex, cross functional initiatives in CPG or top tier consulting with end-to-end ownership and ability to design and facilitate scenario planning sessions
Tools & data comfort : Proficiency with syndicated sources (e.g., Circana, SPINS, Nielsen) and ability to connect disparate datasets into a single POV
Self-Directed and Motivated Doer : Stays organized and driven to ensure progress of own & teams; Ability to work well as part of a fast-paced team
The salary range for this position is $130,000 – $175,000 USD. The exact salary offered will depend on several factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience, geographic location, internal equity, and market conditions. Danone North America additionally offers a performance-based bonus and has a strong benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Time Off, and Paid Parental Bonding Leave, among other benefit plan options. To give our employees flexibility, Danone is a hybrid work environment.
About you Qualifications:
Ability to work in either of Danone’s White Plains, NY or Louisville, CO offices (hybrid schedule)
About Danone Life at Danone
With approximately 5,000 employees and 13 production locations across the U.S., our vibrant culture and endless growth opportunities are just a couple of the reasons our employees call themselves ‘Proud Danoners.’
Learn more about Life at Danone
Our Brands
When you join us, you’ll work with some of the best-known food and beverage brands in the world, including Activia®, DanActive®, Danimals®, Dannon®, evian®, Follow Your Heart®, Happy Family® Organics, International Delight®, Light + Fit®, Nutricia®, Oikos®, Silk®, So Delicious® Dairy Free, STōK® Cold Brew Coffee®, Too Good & Co™, and YoCrunch®.
Learn more about our mission.
Our Purpose
We’re committed to making a positive impact on our world. Rooted in our mission to bring health through food to as many people as possible, we’re proud to be the world’s largest B Corp.
Our Benefits
Our commitment to making the world healthier starts with our employees.
Physical Wellbeing:
We pay for the majority of your medical benefits – which include medical, dental and vision – with our competitive 80%/20% cost‑sharing model.
Mental Wellbeing:
Danoners receive fitness discounts, unlimited flexible time off and hybrid work schedules. We also have a range of programs that support mental health and substance abuse.
Financial Support:
We offer a performance‑based bonus, a 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs and voluntary perks.
Family Care:
We offer caretaker benefits, 18 weeks of parental bonding, fertility, surrogacy, adoption benefits and pet insurance.
Learn more about our benefits.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Danone North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial and/or local law. For our EEO policy statement and your EEO rights under law click here.
California Data Privacy Law
#LI-NORAM
Dedicated to bringing health through food to as many people as possible, we are a leading global food & beverage company built on four businesses: Essential Dairy and Plant-Based Products, Waters, Early Life Nutrition and Medical Nutrition.
#J-18808-Ljbffr