Commercialization Manager

Job Title: Commercialization ManagerLocation: Phoenix, AZEmployment Type: Full TimeReports To: Sr. Commercialization Manager Team LeadTravel: 20%Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 8am-5pmCompensation & BenefitsPay Range: $66,200-$82,700k per yearIncentive Pay: Quarterly performance bonusBenefits Summary: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) profit sharing, Vacation, Holidays, Floating Holidays, Company-paid LTD and life insurance, and Sick leavePOSITION SUMMARYLeads the coordinated commercialization of assigned manufacturer- products. Working through Coordinators, Assistants, internal specialists, and external stakeholders, the role integrates the complete launch plan and owns FSB execution quality, critical-path control, communication, and readiness assessment. Manufacturers retain ultimate accountability for cost, product specification accuracy, labeling, capacity, compliance, packaging inventory, finished-goods inventory, and freight.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe following duties are essential to successful performance in this position. Other duties may be assigned.Translate approved opportunities into integrated commercialization plans with milestones, dependencies, owners, and escalation thresholdsIntegrate facility, product, packaging, pricing, item setup, artwork, logistics, production, and rollout workstreamsDirect assigned Coordinator and Assistant resources while retaining accountability for the integrated outcomeCommunicate requirements and deadlines to manufacturers and challenge incomplete, conflicting, unsupported, or late informationCoordinate customer setup, approvals, portal activity, and launch requirements using approved informationMaintain critical-path status, risk logs, recovery plans, and documented decisionsLead routine, customer, and cross-functional commercialization meetingsConduct launch-readiness reviews and recommend go, conditional-go, delay, or escalationEnsure manufacturer-controlled obligations remain clearly documented and are not inadvertently assumed by FSBLead handoff to Customer Supply Chain and confirm required launch records are completeAttends all required staff training and meetings, and completes all assigned training on timeAdheres to and promotes the FoodStory Brands Mission, Vision, and Values while acting as a role model for othersOther duties as assignedDECISION-MAKING AUTHORITYBuild and manage standard launch plans and assign work within the team modelApprove routine corrections and submissions supported by approved source dataSet working deadlines, follow-up expectations, and recovery actions within policyRecommend launch-readiness status and escalate manufacturer-controlled risksMay not commit FSB to manufacturer product cost, capacity, compliance, inventory, freight, or disputed commercial termsPERFORMANCE MEASURESMilestones: Critical milestones achieved (approved program target)Quality: Avoidable launch defects and rework (declining trend)Risk: Material risks owned and escalated (no unowned material risk)Commitments: and customer actions completed on time (at least 95%)Handoff: Supply-chain handoff complete and accepted (100% required elements)SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESThis position has no direct reports. It directs the day-to-day work of assigned Coordinator and Assistant resources while retaining accountability for program outcomes.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCETwo to six years of relevant commercialization, project management, retail, CPG, customer onboarding, account management, or related experienceBachelor's degree preferred; equivalent relevant experience acceptedKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESTo perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.Ability to integrate multiple workstreams into one critical pathStrong customer communication and influencing skillsPractical understanding of product, packaging, artwork, data, logistics, and launch dependenciesDemonstrated commitment to FoodStory Brands's entrepreneurial, client-first culture — thinking dynamically, acting with transparency, and committing to shared success and mutual growthHiring ProcessOur process may include application review, interviews, assessments, reference checks, and a conditional offer.Equal Opportunity Employer StatementThe Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status.Accommodation StatementApplicants needing accommodation during the hiring process may contact human resources @ hr@nxtphz.com.Work AuthorizationEmployment is contingent upon the ability to work lawfully in the United States and completion of employment eligibility verification after hire.Background Check / Drug TestingEmployment offers may be contingent upon job-related screening, where permitted by law.At Will EmploymentEmployment 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.