Job Description

DATA AND ANALYTICS MANAGER – CORPORATE OFFICE (AUSTIN, MN) / EDEN PRAIRIE, MN 
 

HORMEL FOODS CORPORATION

To save time applying, Hormel Foods does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas for this position at this time. 

ABOUT HORMEL FOODS 

Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minnesota, is a global branded food company with approximately $12 billion in annual revenue across more than 80 countries worldwide. Its brands include Planters®, Skippy®, SPAM®, Hormel® Natural Choice®, Applegate®, Wholly®, Hormel® Black Label®, Columbus®, Jennie-O® and more than 30 other beloved brands. The company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report, one of America’s most responsible companies by Newsweek, recognized by TIME magazine as one of the World’s Best Companies, and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. For more information, visit www.hormelfoods.com. 

SUMMARY:

As Data & Analytics Manager, you’ll lead a talented team in delivering enterprise analytics solutions that empower smarter decisions and drive growth. This role combines leadership, technical expertise, and innovation — evolving BI capabilities while integrating AI and GenAI to unlock predictive insights and automation. You will partner with leaders to translate strategy into actionable initiatives, develop and maintain advanced analytics roadmaps, manage a portfolio of analytics projects, and shape the future of 
data-driven decision-making across the organization. Your leadership will directly influence enterprise decisions that optimize organization performance, accelerate innovation, and drive growth across a global organization. The solutions you and your team deliver will empower thousands of employees to make smarter, faster, and more data-driven decisions every day.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify and prioritize analytics initiatives that execute the enterprise Data & Analytics strategy and deliver measurable business value.
• Develop and maintain analytics roadmaps that align with enterprise priorities and guide the execution of high-impact initiatives.
• Oversee the design, development, and deployment of enterprise reporting and analytics solutions using modern platforms and tools.
• Lead and manage a diverse team of analytics professionals, setting clear goals and fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
• Drive adoption of AI and GenAI capabilities to automate insights, enable predictive analytics, and enhance decision-making.
• Manage the full portfolio of data & analytics projects and products for your domain, ensuring alignment with business objectives, timely delivery, and adherence to standards.
• Partner with business stakeholders to understand data needs and translate them into actionable analytics solutions.
• Ensure technical excellence in data modeling, dashboard development, and reporting standards for accuracy and scalability.
• Track KPIs, monitor adoption, and measure business impact to drive continuous improvement in analytics solutions.
• Collaborate with data platform, engineering, integration and governance teams to deliver analytics roadmap.
• Maintain compliance with data governance, security, and ethical AI practices while mitigating risks in delivery.
• Stay current with BI, AI, and GenAI innovations, introducing best practices and emerging capabilities to strengthen analytics delivery.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in MIS, Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Analytics, or a related field. 
• 8+ years of experience in data and analytics, with 3+ years in a managerial role. 
• Strong experience with AI tools such as Copilot, Gemini, Claude, OpenAI, mcp, A2A in an enterprise environment. 
• Experience with developing in data storage solutions such as databases, data warehouses, and data lakes at an enterprise scale. 
• Strong experience in BI platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Looker) and cloud technologies (Google Cloud, Azure). 
• Experience deploying Data Science, AI, and Gen AI solutions at an enterprise scale.
• Strong program management skills, with experience in leading cross-functional projects.
• Proven track record of managing a portfolio and developing solution roadmaps. 
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. 
• Strong communication skills, including communication with Senior Leadership in a large organization. 
• Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require sponsorship for a work visa.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. 

Preferred

• Master’s degree in Data Science, Analytics, or a related field.
• Experience in the CPG industry, with a deep understanding of CPG processes and challenges.
• Experience with data product management in a large enterprise.
• Certification in Agile Methodologies. 

LOCATION: Corporate Office Austin, MN preferred / Eden Prairie, MN Sales Office 

A comprehensive relocation package to the Austin, MN area may be offered, if required. 

At Hormel Foods, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base hiring pay range for the Data and Analytics Manager role is between $122,275 – $171,200 per year, and your actual base pay within that range will depend upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skill set, level of experience, and geographic market location.

BENEFITS: Other components of Hormel Foods’ total compensation package includes comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, discretionary annual merit increases, 401(k) with employer match, stock purchase plan, bonuses and profit sharing, paid time off, free two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees, and more.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 10% of the time

For immediate consideration, apply online at: www.hormelfoods.com/careers

At Hormel we invite difference and diversity in all aspects.  We offer a space of support, understanding, and community.  We are committed to the journey!  Learn more about our progress here: https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/

Hormel Foods provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.