Entry Level Associate Business Manager Jobs
New grad associate business manager jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or hands-on project work can carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Technology & Software, Food & Beverage, and Investment & Asset Management, with employers like Wells Enterprises, JPMorganChase, and Highspring hiring at this level now.
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Job ID: 19343
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Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid®, Sharpie® and Yankee Candle® - and 24,000 talented teammates around the world. Our culture is built on values in action: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, and Leadership. We work together to win, grow, and make a real impact—supported by a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you can be your best, every day.
Job Summary:
This position reports to the Manager Finance Business Partner, Brand Cost and will partner with the Brand Marketing, Supply Chain, R&D, and Brand Finance teams to drive profitable growth for the business. This role will help support the activation of new product development with a focus on cost structure and cost drivers. This position will also have a project-based focus and support various needs for the finance team. The work completed in this role will influence management decision making by providing timely and accurate financial information. The applicant should be comfortable working in a fast-paced, flexible environment. The ability to work across teams effectively is critical to the success of this position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide costing support for New Product Development projects in collaboration with Brand Marketing, R&D, Plant/Sourcing Finance, and the Brand Finance teams.
- Work with cross-functional counterparts to track metrics to improve decision making on key projects.
- Utilize costing models to consolidate data for projects such as new product launches and make vs buy decisions.
- Understand cost drivers for our brands working with our supply chain finance partners and provide insights to the business.
- Provide analysis and assessment of Excess & Obsolete Inventory.
- Provide month-end close support and analysis for various needs of the finance team.
- Support the implementation of new processes along with process improvements and overall simplification as needed.
- Complete other ad hoc analysis and requests as needed.
Key Qualifications:
- Undergraduate Degree in Accounting/Finance
- 2+ years of experience in finance/accounting, preferably in a Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) environment.
- Experience with SAP and Hyperion is strongly preferred.
- Strong working knowledge of Excel and Power BI Tools
- Leadership: Takes responsibility for delivering stated outcomes regardless of challenges encountered
- Communication: Can build relationships and influence people across all levels in a matrix organization
- Executive presence: Comfortable working with and influencing senior leaders.
- Analytical skills: Ability to assess risks and opportunities within complex business situations.
- Personal qualities: Action-oriented, resilient, curious, flexible, positive, collaborative.
Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.
Job ID: 19343
Alternate Locations:
Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid®, Sharpie® and Yankee Candle® - and 24,000 talented teammates around the world. Our culture is built on values in action: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, and Leadership. We work together to win, grow, and make a real impact—supported by a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you can be your best, every day.
Job Summary:
This position reports to the Manager Finance Business Partner, Brand Cost and will partner with the Brand Marketing, Supply Chain, R&D, and Brand Finance teams to drive profitable growth for the business. This role will help support the activation of new product development with a focus on cost structure and cost drivers. This position will also have a project-based focus and support various needs for the finance team. The work completed in this role will influence management decision making by providing timely and accurate financial information. The applicant should be comfortable working in a fast-paced, flexible environment. The ability to work across teams effectively is critical to the success of this position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide costing support for New Product Development projects in collaboration with Brand Marketing, R&D, Plant/Sourcing Finance, and the Brand Finance teams.
- Work with cross-functional counterparts to track metrics to improve decision making on key projects.
- Utilize costing models to consolidate data for projects such as new product launches and make vs buy decisions.
- Understand cost drivers for our brands working with our supply chain finance partners and provide insights to the business.
- Provide analysis and assessment of Excess & Obsolete Inventory.
- Provide month-end close support and analysis for various needs of the finance team.
- Support the implementation of new processes along with process improvements and overall simplification as needed.
- Complete other ad hoc analysis and requests as needed.
Key Qualifications:
- Undergraduate Degree in Accounting/Finance
- 2+ years of experience in finance/accounting, preferably in a Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) environment.
- Experience with SAP and Hyperion is strongly preferred.
- Strong working knowledge of Excel and Power BI Tools
- Leadership: Takes responsibility for delivering stated outcomes regardless of challenges encountered
- Communication: Can build relationships and influence people across all levels in a matrix organization
- Executive presence: Comfortable working with and influencing senior leaders.
- Analytical skills: Ability to assess risks and opportunities within complex business situations.
- Personal qualities: Action-oriented, resilient, curious, flexible, positive, collaborative.
Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.
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Entry Level Associate Business Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level associate business manager job?
Focus on internship experience, coursework in business operations or management, and any exposure to cross-functional projects. Employers at this level look for candidates who can communicate clearly, manage competing priorities, and show initiative without needing heavy oversight. Tailoring your resume to highlight measurable results from internships, campus roles, or part-time work gives you a real edge over candidates with generic applications.
Which companies hire entry level associate business managers?
Companies hiring entry level associate business managers right now include Wells Enterprises, JPMorganChase, and Highspring, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from mid-size to large organizations across consumer goods, retail, finance, and healthcare, where structured rotational or development programs often serve as the entry point for junior business management talent.
Are there remote entry level associate business manager jobs?
Yes, though remote availability at the entry level is more limited than at senior levels. About 43% of entry level associate business manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so on-site roles still represent the majority. Hybrid arrangements are increasingly common, particularly at larger companies that want new hires to build relationships and learn workflows in person before transitioning to more flexible schedules.
Are these new grad associate business manager jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior associate business manager roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or academic projects in place of full-time work history, or explicitly invites candidates from recent graduating classes. If a listing mentions training programs or mentorship, that is another strong signal it is built for candidates entering the field for the first time.
Which industries hire the most entry level associate business managers?
Entry Level associate business manager roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Food & Beverage, and Investment & Asset Management, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to drive entry level hiring because they rely on structured management pipelines, high operational volume, and a consistent need for junior talent to support project coordination, vendor relationships, and internal reporting functions.