Job Description

Our Sales team has been driving industry-leading growth together for more than 5 years. We are externally focused, putting the needs of our consumers, shoppers, and retail partners first. We have a strong growth mindset and tenaciously pursue opportunities to drive category growth through trade-up with our delicious, premium portfolio of products. Members of our Sovos Brands Sales team are at stake for each other’s success, and collaborate closely to drive winning outcomes for the enterprise. We tackle tough challenges with courage, and celebrate our achievements together with enthusiasm. 

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies that maximize sales, profit, and market share.
• Work closely with Sovos’ Insights Team regarding market research and analysis to understand consumer trends and category dynamics.
• Analyze sales data and develop solutions to optimize product assortment, placement & space allocation plans.
• Develop and deliver presentations to internal and external stakeholders, including key retailers.
• Work with sales teams to develop and implement strategic account plans.
• Work with Sovos Customer Marketing on development of optimal promotional strategies based on market and category analysis.
• Execution of accurate monthly and weekly syndicated data sales reporting, including consumption dashboards and executive reports.

Skills & Values Requirements

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions to problems.
• Market Research and Analysis: ability to identify key trends, and develop strategies based on research.
• Business Acumen: Sound understanding of Retailer and CPG manufacturer business principles, including sales, marketing, and operations.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Dealing with Ambiguity and Complexity: Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment, working on multiple projects and deliverables at once.
• 4-year College Degree
• Minimum of 3 years if CPG Sales / Sales Strategy Experience
• Minimum of 1-2 years of Category Management Experience

Location Requirements or Preferences

• Montclair, NJ preferred
• Hybrid work environment
• Limited travel

Reporting Structure

• Director of Sales Strategy

Sovos Brands, Inc. is a consumer-packaged food company focused on acquiring and building disruptive growth brands that bring today’s consumers great tasting food that fits the way they live. The Company’s product offerings include a variety of pasta sauces, dry pasta, soups, frozen entrées, frozen pizza and yogurts, all of which are sold in North America under the brand names Rao’s, Michael Angelo’s and noosa. All Sovos Brands’ products are built with authenticity at their core, providing consumers with one-of-a-kind food experiences that are genuine, delicious, and unforgettable. The Company is headquartered in Louisville, Colorado. For more information on Sovos Brands and its products, please visit

We offer attractive compensation packages based upon background and experience. Package includes base salary, incentive bonus, medical benefits, 401K, and PTO. We maintain a drug and alcohol-free workplace. All candidates offered a position are required to pass a pre-employment drug test. We participate in E-Verify. Sovos Brands is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Sovos Brands is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

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