Assistant, Commercial Strategy - i-Health - Shelton, CT
dsm-firmenich, Shelton, CT, United States
Shelton, CT. Join the commercial excellence team at i-health! As an Assistant, Commercial Strategy, you’ll help shape the success of our Women’s Health businesses through strategic, data‑driven customer programs that win at the shelf and connect with today’s health‑conscious consumers. You’ll turn insights into action, identify new market opportunities, and build partnerships that drive growth. Working with passionate teams and top‑tier partners, you’ll bring bold customer marketing and sales strategies to life. You are a builder, a storyteller, and a change‑maker—ready to lead with ambition, act with agility, and deliver with excellence. If you’re energized by impact and inspired by purpose, we want you on our Commercial Excellence team.
i-Health (a dsm‑firmenich company) is a mission‑driven consumer‑health brand dedicated to unlocking self‑care for overlooked and unspoken health needs. We are leaders in the Microbiome and Women’s Health categories, bringing science‑backed solutions to women and families.
Your Key Responsibilities
Assist the Senior Manager to shape channel and customer strategies including pricing, assortment, shelving, and promotional tactics to maximize market impact and share growth.
Implement the sales strategy “4Ps” and customer marketing planning and tactical execution.
Lead day‑to‑day management of shopper marketing programs, including post‑event analysis.
Lead project management for commercial innovation initiatives such as customer‑specific packs, displays, etc., ensuring projects are delivered on time.
Partner with category management, brand marketing and sales to deliver impactful presentations, including line reviews, innovation roadshows, and planogram optimization supported by omnichannel market analysis.
Help manage samples and ensure the sales team has what they need to sell to our retail partners.
We offer
Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty – explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen.
A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do.
A science‑led company with cutting‑edge research and creativity, from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game‑changers.
Growth that keeps pace with you – develop your expertise and leadership in an industry leader.
A culture that lifts you up – collaborative teams, shared wins, and supportive colleagues.
A community where your voice matters – essential to serving our customers well.
You bring
A bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field.
1+ years of business experience, preferably in CPG, retail, agency, or consumer goods, with a passion for sales, customer development, shopper marketing or trade/sales planning.
Analytics aptitude and strong Excel and PowerPoint skills, with ability to learn new data platforms and develop compelling brand performance scenarios.
Strong organizational skills – project management, budget tracking, and influencing cross‑functional team deliverables.
Proven relationship‑building skills to influence growth and deliver impactful results.
Salary: $75,000–$85,000 per year.
Inclusive total rewards package: annual incentive pay, retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and additional benefits, subject to eligibility.
About dsm‑firmenich
At dsm‑firmenich we go beyond expectations, using science, creativity, and purpose to impact health, nutrition, beauty, and more for millions worldwide.
Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to a fair and inclusive hiring process. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and will provide reasonable accommodations for disabilities during the application process.
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i-Health (a dsm‑firmenich company) is a mission‑driven consumer‑health brand dedicated to unlocking self‑care for overlooked and unspoken health needs. We are leaders in the Microbiome and Women’s Health categories, bringing science‑backed solutions to women and families.
Your Key Responsibilities
Assist the Senior Manager to shape channel and customer strategies including pricing, assortment, shelving, and promotional tactics to maximize market impact and share growth.
Implement the sales strategy “4Ps” and customer marketing planning and tactical execution.
Lead day‑to‑day management of shopper marketing programs, including post‑event analysis.
Lead project management for commercial innovation initiatives such as customer‑specific packs, displays, etc., ensuring projects are delivered on time.
Partner with category management, brand marketing and sales to deliver impactful presentations, including line reviews, innovation roadshows, and planogram optimization supported by omnichannel market analysis.
Help manage samples and ensure the sales team has what they need to sell to our retail partners.
We offer
Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty – explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen.
A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do.
A science‑led company with cutting‑edge research and creativity, from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game‑changers.
Growth that keeps pace with you – develop your expertise and leadership in an industry leader.
A culture that lifts you up – collaborative teams, shared wins, and supportive colleagues.
A community where your voice matters – essential to serving our customers well.
You bring
A bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field.
1+ years of business experience, preferably in CPG, retail, agency, or consumer goods, with a passion for sales, customer development, shopper marketing or trade/sales planning.
Analytics aptitude and strong Excel and PowerPoint skills, with ability to learn new data platforms and develop compelling brand performance scenarios.
Strong organizational skills – project management, budget tracking, and influencing cross‑functional team deliverables.
Proven relationship‑building skills to influence growth and deliver impactful results.
Salary: $75,000–$85,000 per year.
Inclusive total rewards package: annual incentive pay, retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and additional benefits, subject to eligibility.
About dsm‑firmenich
At dsm‑firmenich we go beyond expectations, using science, creativity, and purpose to impact health, nutrition, beauty, and more for millions worldwide.
Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to a fair and inclusive hiring process. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and will provide reasonable accommodations for disabilities during the application process.
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