Specialist Marketing Ops

Hershey, PAThe Product & Packaging Specialist plays a key role in supporting product and packaging execution efforts, while also providing top tier DME budget management support. This position works in multiple systems (SAP, Accolade, WebCenter, Impact Analysis) and partners with internal commercial teams and cross-functional partners to execute item level setup on new product and packaging projects. This position oversees all DME spending activity for assigned teams, and works directly with Budget Owners, Finance, and the Controller's team to correctly plan, spend, and accrue money according to company policy.ResponsibilitiesKey team member in product development process via Accolade; responsible of completion and accuracy of SKU plan and product mix.Owner of preproduction WebCenter process and graphics tracking; responsible to guide the process to ensure that graphics are released in time for item production.DME budget support to include oversight of accuracy of budget accruals, first line of review to ensure spend adheres to procurement and accounting principles, PR/PO budget management; vendor/agency liaison for billing topics Effectively partner with cross functional teams and stakeholders to ensure accuracy and timeliness of all product development, graphics, and financial deliverables.QualificationsSuperior project management skills and ability to drive projects to completionProcess oriented with strong attention to detail and deadlines. Ability to manage multiple deliverables at a timeStrong financial acumen to manage budgets, represent financial liabilities, and track expensesProficiency in MS Office Suite and ability to learn new systems such as SAP, Accolade, WebCenter and other cloud-based applicationsAbility to collaborate with cross-functional business units, seek common ground and establish alignment on common goalsEducation & ExperienceBachelor’s degree requiredHershey company experience helpful (i.e. TSL)Project management experience helpful