Sr Consumer Insights & Analytics Manager
Schwan's Company, Hopkins, MN, United States
At CJ Schwan’s , we don’t just make food — we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice, to students laughing over dumplings in a cafeteria, to families enjoying pie during the holidays, our team members play an important role in bringing those everyday moments to life. Our portfolio includes iconic pizzas, global flavors and timeless desserts from brands like Red Baron , bibigo , Tony’s , Big Daddy’s , Freschetta , Pagoda , Edwards and Mrs. Smith’s . Enjoyed in homes, schools, restaurants and just about everywhere people shop and eat, our products reflect a commitment to quality, innovation and the power of food to bring people together.
We are hiring a Sr Customer Insights Manager (individual contributor). This is a high-impact, highly visible role where you’ll serve as the voice of the consumer across our pizza and frozen dessert portfolio. You won’t just report insights, you’ll shape strategy, influence innovation, and guide key business decisions.
As a trusted thought partner to senior leaders, you’ll turn complex data into clear, actionable opportunities that drive growth. If you are naturally curious, proactive, and solutions-oriented you should apply!
Responsibilities
Shape Strategy Through Insight: Build a deep understanding of consumers across pizza and dessert categories—spanning brands, competitors, and retail environments
Translate data and research into compelling stories that influence brand and business strategy
Lead an enterprise-wide consumer learning agenda that drives innovation and growth
Drive Innovation: Partner closely with Marketing, R&D, and cross-functional teams to fuel the innovation pipeline
Identify unmet needs, emerging occasions, and whitespace opportunities
Lead concept development, testing, and optimization
Spot What’s Next: Stay ahead of cultural, consumer, and category trends
Turn emerging signals into actionable business recommendations
Bring forward-thinking insights into both retail and foodservice channels
Lead & Influence: Act as a key partner across Marketing, Brand, R&D, and Enterprise teams
Facilitate ideation sessions and strategic discussions
Deliver clear, persuasive recommendations to senior leadership
Champion a consumer-first mindset across the organization
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent work experience) and 8+ years in Consumer or Shopper Insights ideally in the CPG or food experience industry
Strong expertise in both qualitative and quantitative research methods
Strategic thinker with strong analytical and storytelling abilities
Experience with syndicated data (Circana/Nielsen, Numerator) helpful
Background supporting innovation pipelines nice to have
What We Offer
The base salary range for this position is $107,000 to $178,000 annually, with eligibility for a 25% annual incentive bonus based on organizational performance. The range reflects factors such as experience, skills, education, certifications, and location, and starting salary may fall anywhere within the stated range.
Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall well-being, including comprehensive health benefits, time off programs, and retirement and financial offerings.
Equal Opportunity Employers: CJ Schwan’s and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, or any other protected characteristic. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs. For accommodation requests or assistance with the application, please email career.search@schwans.com.
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We are hiring a Sr Customer Insights Manager (individual contributor). This is a high-impact, highly visible role where you’ll serve as the voice of the consumer across our pizza and frozen dessert portfolio. You won’t just report insights, you’ll shape strategy, influence innovation, and guide key business decisions.
As a trusted thought partner to senior leaders, you’ll turn complex data into clear, actionable opportunities that drive growth. If you are naturally curious, proactive, and solutions-oriented you should apply!
Responsibilities
Shape Strategy Through Insight: Build a deep understanding of consumers across pizza and dessert categories—spanning brands, competitors, and retail environments
Translate data and research into compelling stories that influence brand and business strategy
Lead an enterprise-wide consumer learning agenda that drives innovation and growth
Drive Innovation: Partner closely with Marketing, R&D, and cross-functional teams to fuel the innovation pipeline
Identify unmet needs, emerging occasions, and whitespace opportunities
Lead concept development, testing, and optimization
Spot What’s Next: Stay ahead of cultural, consumer, and category trends
Turn emerging signals into actionable business recommendations
Bring forward-thinking insights into both retail and foodservice channels
Lead & Influence: Act as a key partner across Marketing, Brand, R&D, and Enterprise teams
Facilitate ideation sessions and strategic discussions
Deliver clear, persuasive recommendations to senior leadership
Champion a consumer-first mindset across the organization
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent work experience) and 8+ years in Consumer or Shopper Insights ideally in the CPG or food experience industry
Strong expertise in both qualitative and quantitative research methods
Strategic thinker with strong analytical and storytelling abilities
Experience with syndicated data (Circana/Nielsen, Numerator) helpful
Background supporting innovation pipelines nice to have
What We Offer
The base salary range for this position is $107,000 to $178,000 annually, with eligibility for a 25% annual incentive bonus based on organizational performance. The range reflects factors such as experience, skills, education, certifications, and location, and starting salary may fall anywhere within the stated range.
Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall well-being, including comprehensive health benefits, time off programs, and retirement and financial offerings.
Equal Opportunity Employers: CJ Schwan’s and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, or any other protected characteristic. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs. For accommodation requests or assistance with the application, please email career.search@schwans.com.
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