SR. MANAGER OF STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS & INSIGHTS (CHARLOTTE, NC)
Who is Foodbuy?
We are the industry leader in procurement and supply chain solutions. We are the subsidiary to the 6th largest company in the world (Compass Group PLC), yet Foodbuy has the feel of a small entrepreneurial Company. We pride ourselves on our ability to source and provide a variety of products and services that help our customers more easily, and cost effectively, run their businesses. We work with clients in the Hospitality, Restaurant, Healthcare, Education, Entertainment, and Gaming industries, and of course we support Compass Group-- which is the world’s largest contract food and support services provider.
Why Foodbuy?
We care about our associates, our clients, and our community. We think big, encourage innovation and debate, and seek out game changers. Our benefits and PTO offerings are strong. Our compensation packages are competitive. And we are constantly growing, and we want our associates’ careers to grow along with us. We have an open and modern work environment, believe in flexibility, and promote a collaborative open door environment.
Additionally, we follow a value system called People FIRST, which stands for Flexibility, Inclusion, Results, Sustainability and Transparency. People FIRST is the foundation for everything we do at Foodbuy. It is how we connect and interact with our clients, business partners and fellow associates.
Job Summary:
The Senior Manager of Strategic Communications & Insights plays a critical role in shaping how Foodbuy communicates its value and differentiates itself in the marketplace. This role leads the development of compelling, insight-driven narratives that highlight Foodbuy’s impact, strengthen our brand, and drive engagement with Members and Compass sectors.
Partnering closely with category, sourcing, pricing, and distribution teams, this individual translates complex market dynamics, competitive activity, and performance outcomes into clear, persuasive stories that resonate with a wide range of audiences.
This is a highly visible role for a strong communicator who enjoys turning insights into action and bringing ideas to life across presentations, messaging, and strategic initiatives.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and deliver compelling, insight-driven narratives that communicate Foodbuy’s value to Members and Compass sectors
- Partner with category and pricing teams to translate performance data into clear, engaging stories that highlight impact and opportunities
- Create and communicate “Foodbuy wins” by collaborating across teams to showcase success stories and differentiators
- Synthesize competitive activity and market trends into actionable messaging and thought leadership for internal and external audiences
- Lead the development of high-impact presentations and materials for senior stakeholders
- Partner with E15 Group to support proprietary research and translate findings into business-facing insights
- Oversee Foodbuy Member satisfaction surveys, including design, execution, and communication of key themes and opportunities
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in marketing, communications, or a related field
- Exceptional storytelling and presentation skills, with the ability to turn complex information into clear, compelling narratives
- Strong experience developing executive-level presentations (PowerPoint or similar tools)
- Comfortable working with data and using it to inform messaging and decision-making (advanced technical expertise not required)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills across functions and levels
- Experience creating content, campaigns, or messaging that drives engagement or influences decision-making
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree, preferably in marketing, communications, or a related field
- Foodservice or B2B experience a plus
- Candidates must be based in Charlotte, NC
Apply to Foodbuy today!
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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Foodbuy maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates at Foodbuy are offered many fantastic benefits.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Personal Leave
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_CorpAndFoodbuy.pdf
Req ID: 1508347
Foodbuy
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