<p>Impossible Foods Inc. is a company that develops plant-based substitutes for meat and dairy products. Headquartered in Redwood City, California, the company aims to give people the taste and nutritional benefits of meat without the negative health and environmental impacts associated with livestock products.</p>

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<div>The Walmart National Account Manager for Retail Sales is instrumental to the growth and scale of Impossible Foods’ business in alignment with the corporate strategy. This role will be the point of contact for managing critical strategic key customer relationships, developing and budgeting trade promotions, and achieving overall sales goals while also collaborating closely on shopper marketing programs. This position will report to the Director of Retail Sales - Everyday Value Channel.</div><br><br><h3>Essential Job Functions:</h3><ul><li>Act as lead customer contact for Walmart with responsibility for growing sales (volume and net revenue) and share.</li><li>Develop and grow the collaborative strategic partnership and joint business planning process.</li><li>Lead all sales presentations and line reviews to effectively drive key initiatives and identify growth opportunities for Impossible.</li><li>Understand key customer business needs with the ability to build both short and long-term strategies to drive mutually beneficial results.</li><li>Manage the annual, quarterly, and monthly sales targets and establish a plan for achieving/exceeding targets.</li><li>Own bottom up forecast for both existing and new products and inputs into S&amp;OP process.</li><li>Use TPM system to handle total customer spending and deduction management in a timely manner and within budget.</li><li>Partner with internal cross-functional departments, to increase support across all business areas (Sales Strategy, Trade, Finance, Product, Supply, MarComms).</li></ul><h3>Basic Qualifications:</h3><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS).</li><li>8-12 years of CPG/food retail sales experience with Walmart.</li><li>Recent experience growing a brand, pioneering new categories, and crafting new processes.</li><li>You know retail Link/Luminate like the back of your hand.</li><li>Ability to travel weekly/monthly to WMT &amp; 4-6x/year for offsites &amp; conferences.</li><li>Location: Northwest Arkansas.</li></ul><h3>Preferred Qualifications:</h3><ul><li>A genuine interest and passion for Impossible Food's mission.</li><li>A mix of large and small manufacturer experience in your background.</li><li>Experience with syndicated data to leverage insights and weekly/monthly reporting.</li><li>Success in managing and collaborating with internal partners to accelerate growth at Walmart.</li><li>Highly collaborative approach and able to unite all types of cross- functions (Category Management, Trade, Marketing &amp; Communications, Finance, Strategy, Operations, etc.).</li><li>Shown success working independently and navigating in a constantly evolving, and exciting, high growth environment.</li><li>Experience communicating and presenting to internal &amp; external leadership.</li><li>A positive demeanor and strive to excel.</li></ul><br>

Walmart National Account Manager - Retail Sales

<div>The Director of Non-Commercial Sales role is a key member of our Foodservice team and will lead and oversee our Non-Commercial network and team. This position requires extensive Non-Commercial Sales expertise, experience in managing a team, and the ability to set and execute on non-commercial strategies. This role will report to the Vice President of Sales in our North American Demand Organization.</div><br><br><h3>Essential Job Functions:</h3><ul><li>Develop strategies that drive revenue growth within the Non Commercial FS segment that are closely aligned with Demand and FS strategic goals.</li><li>Manage, motivate, lead and coach the team leading our GPO/FMC partnerships and deliver quarterly and annual growth goals; increase market penetration and grow market share within the Non-Commercial segment.</li><li>Negotiate and maximize customer contracts to create profitable long term partnerships.  </li><li>Liaise between Impossible and GPO/FMC HQ’s (including but not limited to Foodbuy/Compass, Entegra/Sodexo, Aramark, Delaware North), develop influential relationships with our key non-comm partners, establish new non-commercial partnerships.</li><li>Develop and track against non-comm KPIs/OKRs and sales metrics - report on progress (including wins, gaps, and non-performance) in critical sales meetings.</li><li>Collaborate and communicate cross-functionally to develop customer specific programs, aid in the development of new SKUs and non-comm sales collateral.  This includes, Field and Distribution team, Brokers, Culinary Sales and FS Marketing partners.</li><li>Guide non-comm trade spend strategy, oversee trade spend return on investment, and recommend/negotiate adjustments to trade as needed.</li><li>Strategically invest and manage OPEX budget making careful consideration to tradeoffs that maximize and drive growth through.</li><li>Challenge both internal Impossible Foods teams as well as external teams to drive creative ideas that capitalize on business opportunities.</li></ul><h3>Basic Qualifications:</h3><ul><li>12+ years of foodservice sales experience, with specific experience leading a non-commercial relationships.</li><li>At least 5+ years leading a team of direct reports.</li><li>Ability to travel ~40% of the time.</li></ul><h3>Preferred Qualifications:</h3><ul><li>A genuine interest and passion for Impossible Food's mission.</li><li>Think creatively and critically, can quickly learn new concepts and seeks to resolve complex problems.</li><li>Be a structured and organized problem solver who can drive projects to completion with minimal direction.</li><li>A bias towards action - you have an entrepreneurial mentality, can make and own decisions, and you embrace our “Blast Ahead” mentality of grit, action, and perseverance.</li></ul><br>

Director of Non-Commercial Sales

<div>The Environmental, Health &amp; Safety Manager will assist with promoting a safe work environment and a positive safety culture and support EHS leadership with all aspects of occupational safety, employee health, and environmental compliance. They will assist in the training and coaching of employees with safety programs and safe work practices. Multiple responsibilities surrounding data gathering, structuring, and prioritizing in order to identify safety trends, practices, and metrics.</div><div><br></div><div>The EHS manager will assist in the development and implementation of EHS policies, standards, programs and processes.</div><div><br></div><div>The EHS Manager builds collaborative and productive working relationships; networks with, and appropriately involves key internal and external stakeholders; influences functional and operational EHS strategies.</div><div><br></div><div>This role will travel between the Redwood City and Oakland worksites. </div><br><br><h3>Essential Job Functions:</h3><ul><li>Will coordinate and oversee outside vendors for various services provided for safety compliance and environmental regulatory requirements.</li><li>Will support the manufacturing plant, R&amp;D, and piloting operations in the areas of safety, waste management, recycling, and emergency response.</li><li>Responsible for supporting the Environmental portion of the EHS team in the management of hazardous waste, preparing waste for disposal, tracking of data and manifests, and completing all reports, as well as any additional environmental requirements.</li><li>Responsible for site safety inspections (in manufacturing, piloting spaces and R&amp;D lab/kitchen spaces), safety equipment checks, and using instruments to collect data and evaluate work areas.</li><li>The EHS Manager will support development of the safety culture in support of overall Corporate EHS goals and objectives. Tracks and reports facility EHS goals according to key metrics (ex- lost time accidents). </li><li>Will support compliance with SQF and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Will ensure site-specific programs to train supervisors, employees and vendors are continuously updated as needed, and annually thereafter.  Programs will meet corporate standards and meet regulatory requirements. Will ensure all necessary training is provided to employees and vendors.</li><li>Manage regulatory agency and external stakeholder EHS activities, including reporting, visits, or inspections.</li><li>Work collaboratively with Employment Legal Counsel, Human Resources, Facilities, and IT teams to develop cross functional risk management policy and processes that protect Impossible Foods.</li></ul><h3>Basic Qualifications:</h3><ul><li>Actively engage with the workforce to promote a safety culture of awareness and self-responsibility.</li><li>Must have experience with applicable local and state safety and environmental regulations as well as other applicable Federal regulations.</li><li>Requires a minimum of 3 years Environmental, Health and Safety experience in a food processing or manufacturing environment.</li><li>Requires experience implementing EHS practices in a lab and manufacturing setting.</li><li>Develop, implement, maintain and continuous improvement of all occupational safety policies, processes and procedures.</li><li>Performs inspections and audits relating to occupational safety and recommends corrective measures. Will assign action item owners and track items to completion.</li><li>Be responsible for all required reports, metrics and information to EHS Management and company Management in a timely manner.</li><li>Work directly with Supervisors to ensure accident, incident, and near miss investigations are thorough and completed with assigned corrective actions.</li><li>Must have demonstrated industry practices knowledge and experience implementing policies and procedures. Can resolve issues in innovative as well as practical ways.</li><li>Excellent PC skills including Google Suite, Microsoft Office applications and technical writing ability.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work independently with attention to detail.</li><li>Strong problem solving skills, written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>In conjunction with the Facilities team and Lab team, manage the hazardous waste, and prepare waste for disposal, track data and manifests, and complete all reports.</li><li>Experience with managing Environmental programs to include, but not limited to: Hazardous Waste, Storm Water, applicable permit submission and management, annual/biennial reporting, audits, etc.</li><li>Must have the ability to travel to the Redwood City and Oakland work sites. </li></ul><h3>Preferred Qualifications:</h3><ul><li>BS in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Sciences, or a related field is required.</li><li>Certification or course work in occupational safety and environmental related programs is required.</li><li>Experience working with local regulatory agencies is preferred. </li><li>EHS professional membership, registration and/or certification from an accredited organization. </li><li>Experience managing direct reports.</li></ul><br>

Environmental, Health & Safety Manager

<div>This pivotal role will entail spearheading a range of strategic and M&amp;A initiatives, with a primary focus on conducting in-depth quantitative analysis and financial modeling to inform decision-making processes and optimize outcomes.</div><div><br></div><br><br><h3>Essential Job Functions:</h3><ul><li>Identify strategic M&amp;A transaction opportunities through analyses from industry research, market sizing, and ecosystem mapping.</li><li>Lead deal sourcing (including target outreach, attending conferences, managing bankers), modeling, commercial &amp; business diligence and execution.</li><li>Build key relationships with the industry, including financial partners and other companies in the industry.</li></ul><h3>Basic Qualifications: </h3><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in business development, marketing, or similar.</li><li>4+ years of experience in corporate development at a tech or CPG company, a top-tier investment bank, or leading private equity firm with at least 2 years experience with structuring deals.</li><li>Strong deal process management, problem solving, and analytical skills.</li><li>Demonstrated track record of handling complex negotiations, relationship development, diligence, process management, and successful integration.</li><li>Experience in performing quantitative and analytical financial modeling and detailed market analyses and/or corporate development.</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail.</li><li>Results-oriented, with an ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and expeditiously.</li><li>Strong communication skills, including development of clear memos and presentations to senior management at the Company.</li><li>Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.</li></ul><h3>Preferred Qualifications:</h3><ul><li>Master of business administration degree (MBA) preferred.</li></ul><br>

Corporate Development Manager

<div>We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Sr Sales Analyst. The ideal candidate will have experience in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and with a variety of retail data sources (i.e. Circana scan, Household Panel (Numerator), Luminate, or <a href="http://84.51">84.51</a>), Food Service data sources (i.e. Circana/NPD Supply Track) and/or marketing mix measurements. The candidate will have strong analytical skills, deep curiosity for the customer/market, and an ability to provide actionable insights aimed at unlocking sales and marketing growth opportunities. </div><br><br><h3>Essential Job Functions:</h3><ul><li>Analyze sales data and market trends to identify opportunities for growth and improvement in driving business demand.</li><li>Develop sales reports for the sales team to use in internal strategy discussions.</li><li>Monitor and report on sales performance across retail and foodservice channels, identifying areas for improvement and making recommendations for action.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, supply chain and finance to develop and implement sales strategies.</li><li>Conduct research on competitor activity and market trends to provide insights and recommendations for the sales team.</li><li>Identify new business opportunities by analyzing market data, customer insights and competitive and product trends.</li><li>Maintain sales data sources by working with external partners (e.g., Circana), internal business partners (e.g., IT), and internal tools (e.g., Tableau).</li></ul><h3>Basic Qualifications:</h3><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field.</li><li>5-7 years of experience in sales or consumer marketing analysis and reporting within the CPG/Food Manufacturing industry.</li><li>Advanced proficiency and demonstrated ability to create visual tools/reporting in Microsoft Excel and/or other data visualization tools (i.e. Tableau, Power BI).</li><li>Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze complex data sets and drive analytics-based insights that inform decision making for the Sales Organization, and improve performance to drive revenue and retention goals.</li><li>Superior communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex data to non-technical stakeholders.</li><li>Significant experience working with sales, shipment, and syndicated data sources, i.e. Circana and/or retailer specific data sources (<a href="http://84.51">84.51</a> or Luminate).</li><li>Experience in acting as the primary contact with external sales, shipment, and syndicated data providers, ensuring data sources/deliverables are accurate and reflect business needs.</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>A strong eye for detail and commitment to data quality and accuracy.</li></ul><h3>Preferred Qualifications:</h3><ul><li>Ability to analyze vast amounts of sales data and synthesize insights and findings into intelligence that can be acted upon by the business, with the goal of optimizing retail, foodservice, and/or marketing strategy.</li><li>Help to identify the right business and sales metrics to be analyzed and tracked for retail, foodservice, and marketing demand functions</li><li>Experience with high growth and scaling organizations with multiple products.</li><li>Strong and proactive business partnership capability, including championing relationships with Sales, Marketing, &amp; Customer Teams.</li><li>Experience working in or supporting Retail and Food Service Sales functions</li><li>Experience working in or supporting Marketing functions.</li><li>Experience in Marketing Analytics, including tracking, reporting, and analyzing the performance of marketing activities, ad-hoc analytic requests, and marketing mix modeling.</li></ul><br>

Senior Sales Analyst

<div>We are looking for a skilled Supply Chain Contractor with in-depth knowledge of UK and European Union (EU) procurement, regulations and logistics to assist in the development and  implementation of our supply chain operations in the EU via a short-term contract (approximately 12 months) with the possibility of extension to complete phase 2 deliverables in support of ramp up activities. The successful candidate will develop a new supply chain network for Impossible Foods while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient and cost-effective supply chain processes, support of commercialization efforts, compliance with local regulations, and seamless integration with our existing global supply chain network. </div><br><br><h3>Essential Job Functions:</h3><ul><li>Distribution &amp; Logistics: Identify transportation and warehousing network distributors (distributor and/or direct managed), including developing suitable 3PL partners to streamline the supply chain. Partner with internal Tax/Compliance teams to ensure solutions align with regulatory requirements.</li><li>Vendor Selection: Identify and engage with local suppliers, distributors, and 3PL partners - develop vendor selection recommendations and plans</li><li>Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that all supply chain activities comply with EU/UK regulations, including customs, import/export procedures, and product labeling and EU/UK data protection regulations.</li><li>Risk Management: Identify and mitigate supply chain risks and develop contingency plans to address disruptions, such as trade disputes, weather events, or geopolitical issues.</li><li>Performance Metrics: Develop KPIs and reporting mechanisms to monitor supply chain performance, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with various internal departments, such as Sales, Marketing, and Finance, to ensure alignment with supply chain strategies and objectives.</li><li>Cost Efficiency: Continuously seek cost-saving opportunities and process improvements while maintaining high-quality standards.</li><li>Training and Knowledge Transfer: Train local staff and teams on EU supply chain procedures, ensuring a seamless handover for successful long-term operations. </li></ul><h3>Basic Qualifications:</h3><ul><li>Master’s degree (or Bachelor's + experience) in Operations, Supply Chain or similar field and 8-12 years of experience.</li><li>Proven track record in supply chain management and commercialization within the EU/UK.</li><li>Strong understanding of EU supply chain regulations and customs procedures.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to build and optimize complex supply chain networks.</li><li>Excellent negotiation, communication and project management skills.</li><li>Analytical mindset with proficiency in data-driven decision-making.</li><li>Proficiency in relevant supply chain software and tools.</li><li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.</li><li>Fluent in English &amp; Dutch.</li><li>Location - Netherlands or UK with the requirement to travel to Netherlands.</li></ul><h3>Preferred Qualifications:</h3><ul><li>Distribution and logistics experience within the consumer packaged goods industry.</li><li>Experience with setting up order to cash processes.</li><li>Experience with financial integration of supply chain and sourcing systems.</li><li>Knowledge of the dynamics of the plant-based industry.</li></ul><br>

EU/UK Supply Chain (contract)

<div>We are seeking a skilled Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to join our team in ensuring the smooth operation and efficient functionality of our production equipment and machinery. The employee will be responsible for conducting regular inspections, diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical issues, performing repairs and preventive maintenance tasks, and adhering to safety protocols. The ideal candidate should possess strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach to maintaining and improving equipment performance.</div><br><br><h3>Esssential Job Functions:</h3><ul><li>Conduct routine inspections of machinery, equipment, and systems to identify potential issues or malfunctions.</li><li>Diagnose mechanical problems, analyze root causes, and develop effective solutions to ensure minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.</li><li>Perform repairs and maintenance tasks on a variety of production equipment, such as conveyors, pumps, motors, production lines, and packaging equipment.</li><li>Use a wide range of hand and power tools, measuring instruments, to diagnose and repair mechanical systems.</li><li>Fabricates repair parts by using maintenance shop instrumentation and equipment.</li><li>Carry out preventive maintenance activities, including lubrication, adjustment, cleaning, and calibration of machinery, to minimize breakdowns and extend equipment lifespan.</li><li>Adjust equipment to ensure proper function, mentor operations team on cause and effect.</li><li>Collaborate with the maintenance team and other departments to coordinate maintenance schedules and prioritize repairs based on impact to production.</li><li>Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities using a CMMS, including work orders, parts used, repairs performed, and any additional recommendations or observations</li><li>Monitor inventory levels of spare parts and equipment, and submit requisitions for replenishment.</li><li>Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.</li><li>Follow safety protocols including but not limited to Lock-Out-Tag-Out, Fall Protection, Confined Space Entry and ensure compliance with all standards, taking precautions to maintain a safe working environment.</li><li>Stay updated on advancements in maintenance techniques, technologies, and industry standards, and recommend improvements to improve equipment performance and efficiency.</li></ul><h3>Basic Qualifications:</h3><ul><li>High school diploma or equivalent</li><li>Previous experience as an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic</li><li>Proven understanding of mechanical systems, including pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical circuits, and PLCs.</li><li>Proficient in troubleshooting issues using various tools and equipment.</li><li>Familiarity with maintenance procedures, preventive maintenance techniques, and equipment manuals.</li><li>Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and equipment specifications.</li><li>Excellent problem-solving skills and able to resolve issues efficiently.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks effectively.</li><li>Good communication and social skills to successfully collaborate with team members and provide clear instructions or explanations.</li><li>Knowledge of safety regulations and practices related to equipment maintenance.</li><li>Must be able to lift heavy objects up to 50 lbs</li><li>Must be able to stand and walk during full shifts up to and including overtime</li><li>Must be able to work in various environmental conditions such as cold and refrigerated.</li></ul><h3>Preferred Qualifications:</h3><ul><li>Degree, certification or vocational training from technical or trade school.</li><li>2+ years of experience in food manufacturing or industrial environment.</li></ul><br>

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic I

<div>Impossible Foods is looking for a talented individual to join our growing team and help us scale for the future, in a fast-paced environment that’s growing rapidly. In this role, you will assist in the financial and management reporting processes including preparation of the financial statements and footnote disclosures. You will also support quarterly reviews and the annual audit, build management reports, and research, interpret, and implement accounting issues and new standards, as well as work on various process improvement projects for the growing accounting organization. This role is an individual contributor who will directly report to the Senior Manager - Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting.</div><br><br><h3>Essential Job Functions:</h3><ul><li>Assist in the preparation of financial statements and disclosures for external and internal reporting.</li><li>Work with the accounting and finance team to prepare materials used for monthly close meetings, audit committee meetings, disclosure committee meetings, and other presentations.</li><li>Assess the financial statement and disclosure impact of complex transactions and support the corporate accounting team to ensure proper accounting.</li><li>Prepare the quarterly and annual GAAP disclosure checklists.</li><li>Monitor current developments in accounting literature to resolve appropriate accounting treatment for critical accounting issues and identify any changes in accounting policies, as needed.</li><li>Read and interpret accounting guidance and write memos on technical accounting topics.</li><li>Work cross-functionally with other groups to ensure compliance with financial reporting requirements. </li><li>Work proactively with external auditors to drive timely closure of technical accounting matters.</li><li> Assist with interim and year-end audit requests.</li></ul><h3>Basic Qualifications:</h3><ul><li>4-6 years of experience required including experience at a Big 4 accounting firm</li><li>Deep knowledge of US GAAP, technical accounting, and financial statement presentation</li><li>Experience with high-growth companies or public filers a plus</li><li>Strong written, oral communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills</li><li>Ability and willingness to meet reporting critical deadlines</li><li>Strong time management and organizational skills</li><li>BA/BS Degree in Accounting or Finance</li><li>CPA required</li></ul><h3>Preferred Qualifications:</h3><ul><li>Experience with SAP S4/Hana and Workiva is a plus</li><li>Advanced Excel and analytical skills</li></ul><br>

Senior Accountant - Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting

<div>The Senior Manager of Global Payroll will work with the Head of Financial Operations, Human Resources, Legal, Tax, Finance and the Accounting and Finance colleagues in a hands-on role building, managing and leading the day-to-day activities and strategy of a Global Payroll department, with a focus on developing an international payroll organization. This position will report directly to the Corporate Controller.</div><div><br></div><br><br><h3>Essential Job Functions:</h3><ul><li>Manage end to end payroll process for hourly and salaried employees which includes but is not limited to review, validation and reconciliation of payroll data to ensure accurate and timely processing and payment </li><li>Design, develop and implement payroll strategy and operating model within the context of an expanding operations globally in partnership with the People (HR) team</li><li>Work closely with cross functional teams within the Company on equity based activity, global mobility, tax, benefits and new business activities to ensure global payroll needs are identified, considered and communicated</li><li>Function closely with payroll provider ADP and BDO to guarantee accurate and timely processing of payroll to all employees globally</li><li>Continuously evaluate tools and systems, and identify ways to optimize the payroll function and enable business process transformation while maintaining strong quality controls</li><li>Stay current on regulations, benefit changes and labor laws impacting payroll process, and partner with internal stakeholders to stay compliant with all payroll tax jurisdictions </li><li>Mentor and coach staff to develop subject matter expertise across the team on all payroll related matters i.e. benefits, tax and payroll reporting compliance for domestic and international employees </li><li>Establish the Payroll department as a key partner and resource with all organizations</li><li>Evaluate and audit all payroll components, wire requests and journal entries</li><li>Partner in on boarding, compensation, benefits and shared business application ownership of ADP</li><li>Function closely with the Accounting team on the period-end close procedures</li><li>Oversee and review the reconciliation of the international and domestic payroll bank accounts and the payroll general ledger accounts</li><li>Partner with payroll system to record all regulations and processes in validation of local and federal regulatory requirements </li><li>Offer industry proficiency in aiding the organization’s decision making process</li><li>Establish and supervise an annual operating objective plan for the payroll organization to manage annual budget planning</li></ul><h3>Basic Qualifications:</h3><ul><li>Must be able to be in-person 25% of the time</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in finance, human resources or related field, including accounting, finance, and business administration. </li><li>8+ years of domestic and international experience in the payroll profession</li><li>Demonstrated leadership experience in a rapidly growing environment</li><li>Proven experience partnering with human resources, third party and internal payroll systems supporting a global company</li><li>Skills and knowledge to scale payroll services and improve current process and systems </li><li>Develop a collaborative and productive partnership with People team (Human Resources), Accounting, Finance, Legal, and manufacturing/production organizations</li><li>Proven track record of scaling the payroll function and experience transforming payroll operations efficiency</li><li>Familiarity with ADP, Workday, Google Docs, MS Word, Excel, and other common applications used for payroll processing</li><li>Strong aptitude for time management, with excellent organizational ability to attain payroll and closing deadlines</li><li>Extensive knowledge of domestic payroll laws and regulations</li><li>A focused, self-motivated, and energetic attitude with a strong work ethic, along with a strong business service partnership approach</li><li>Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills are required</li></ul><h3>Preferred Qualifications:</h3><ul><li>Familiarity with SAP</li><li>An active Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) is a plus</li></ul><br><div>This U.S. based, full-time position offers the above base salary range + equity + benefits + bonus for sales incentive plan roles. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. </div><div><br></div><div>Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.</div>

Senior Manager, Global Payroll

<div>As the IT Manager - TPM you will be responsible for Trade Promotion Management systems and you will work with the IT team and Business stakeholders to maintain and deliver our Trade Promotion systems. As a critical resource of Impossible’s growing IT team, you will help develop solutions based on the growing business needs and manage development Lifecycle from design to production deployment.</div><br><br><h3>Essential Job Functions:</h3><ul><li>Provide guidance and leadership to internal and external teams to achieve highly-scalable, efficient design for Trade Promotion optimization and management for Retail and Food service channels that provides a framework for future growth.</li><li>As the primary point of contact between the business teams and our application vendors you will be responsible for managing support and enhancement requests through application support teams.</li><li>Lead the ongoing support process including configurations, functional specifications, data migration, testing, documentation and issue resolutions for changes to our Trade promotion systems utilizing the ticket management and change control processes established with Impossible Foods.</li><li>Translate complex integrated business process requirements into solution requirements to guide development teams on the build out from planning to execution.</li><li>Offer the combination of a technical background and business process experience to advocate best practices in integrated planning and revenue management, including TPM, TPO, Post Event Analysis and Customer Business Planning, all integrated into a flexible scalable design.</li><li>Establish yourself as the primary trusted advisor with Trade promotions team for the technology modernization efforts.</li><li>Drive and prioritize the business requirements needed to deliver the end-to-end Trade process to support the Sales, Sales Finance and Revenue team.</li><li>Achieve alignment and collaboration on the technology roadmap across multiple functional teams with competing priorities.</li><li>Work closely together with SAP, Infrastructure and Information Security teams to translate business requirements into technical specifications and develop project plans, which will include staffing, responsibilities, and schedule.</li><li>Be a strategic problem solver with ability to move quickly and effectively on high impact initiatives.</li></ul><h3>Basic Qualifications:</h3><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business or equivalent work experience</li><li>Minimum 5 or more years of experience supporting TPM platforms</li><li>Functional knowledge of key end-to-end processes, Planning, Trade Planning. Deep understanding of Commercial Processes, challenges and trends within Retail and Consumer Products.</li><li>Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to exercise mature judgment.</li><li>Ability to work independently and manage multiple task assignments.</li><li>Possess in depth knowledge of Food and Beverage and/or CPG industry sales and promotion processes, systems and tools.</li><li>Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills (MS Visio, MS PowerPoint). Working knowledge and experience of MS Office applications and training development tools.</li></ul><h3>Preferred Qualifications:</h3><ul><li>Implementation of a TPM system, from requirements gathering and design work through post go live support.</li><li>Prior experience in a fast paced, high growth scale-up is a plus.</li><li>Prior experience with Kantar/Xtel Trade Management is a plus.</li><li>Prior experience with Blacksmith/Telus Trade Management is a plus.</li><li>Prior experience with SAP systems in relation to integrating and supporting trade processes done inside the ERP.</li></ul><br>

Trade Process Manager

<div>The National Account Manager - Non Commercial (Foodservice) will be selling into our Non Commercial partners and working cross-functionally to support all aspects of the sales process internally, oversee contract negotiations and top down strategic sales efforts. The National Account Manager will negotiate corporate trade and marketing programs with the goal of maximizing growth and exceeding net revenue per lb goals.  They will increase portfolio depth and velocity at existing accounts, while securing new partnerships to expand availability and will grow Impossible's category share in significant channels of focus like B&amp;I, Healthcare and Higher Education. </div><div><br></div><br><br><h3>Essential Job Functions:</h3><ul><li>Deliver monthly, quarterly and annual volume and net revenue targets.</li><li>Increase portfolio depth and velocity at existing accounts, while securing new partnerships to expand availability.</li><li>Execute Channel growth strategies by engaging Food Service Management partners for growth opportunities.</li><li>Support the strategic plans for penetrating and closing Non Commercial accounts, as well as the ongoing management of those accounts.</li><li>Build relationships with customer's key decision makers across their Procurement, Culinary, Marketing, and senior leadership teams.</li><li>Coordinate Demand Strategy channel sales with your key internal partners including Product Management, Marketing, Communications, Insights, Finance, Legal, Manufacturing and Supply Chain.</li><li>Successfully retain existing accounts, balancing volume, growth and margin.</li><li>Be responsible for account list P&amp;L and legal contracts - you will handle operator trade, guide promotional spend in coordination with your marketing partner, and will be responsible for negotiating preferential deal terms for Impossible Foods.</li><li>Use various sales tools (such as Salesforce) and provide regular reports to senior managers.</li><li>Negotiates corporate trade and marketing programs with the goal of maximizing growth and exceeding net revenue per lb goals.</li><li>Understands the channels that drive customer success and works in conjunction with their teammates to win nationally and locally.</li><li>Leverage industry and customer insights to develop compelling selling narratives that drive actionable strategies and tactics.</li><li>Participate in relevant trade shows and conferences.</li><li>Analyze distribution and non-buy reports on a monthly basis to close gaps.</li></ul><h3>Basic Qualifications:</h3><ul><li>8+ years of experience selling to Non Commercial Group Purchasing Organizations .</li><li>An ability to travel in the US and Canada up to 40% of the time with some nights and weekends required for customer meetings, shows and conventions.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in complex sales environments, demonstrating success in sales that have a major impact on our business, many partners and longer sales cycle (6+ months).</li><li>Must be able to negotiate contractual agreements, by engaging cross functional leaders, and leading negotiation. </li><li>Ability to navigate the Non Commercial channel priorities for growth.</li><li>Structured and organized problem solver who can drive projects to completion with minimal direction; attention to detail and ability to deep-dive when necessary; must be able to lead Senior/C-Level relationships and meetings with little oversight.</li><li>Seasoned communicator; both written and spoken - experience creating and giving presentations a must </li><li>Proven track record of achieving sales goals.</li></ul><h3>Preferred Qualifications:</h3><ul><li>Strong analytical skills demonstrated by previous experience utilizing systems for tracking sales, determining value of contract negotiations, and developing data-driven strategies to help grow channel segments of priority. </li><li>An ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial, high-energy, and cross-functional environment - changing the world takes grit.</li><li>Proximity to a major U.S. airport, for ease of travel is preferred.</li></ul><br>

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