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INTRODUCTION
Cheers to creating an incredible tomorrow! At Molson Coors, we tackle big challenges and defy the status quo. With a proud legacy of excellence, an incredible portfolio of beer, seltzers, spirits, and non-alcohol brands, and a bold vision for our future... we’re on the path to transforming the beverage industry. That requires remarkable individuals who are curious, tenacious, and never afraid to fail forward. We seek, value and respect everyone’s unique perspectives and experiences knowing that we are stronger together. We collaborate as a team and celebrate each other’s successes. Here’s to crafting careers and creating new legacies.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In the role of Innovation Portfolio Manager working in Milwaukee, WI you will have five areas of primary responsibilities that span across Canada and the US and becomes centralized which include:
- Owning the innovation process and innovation forecast.
- Owning the STR volume forecast for two of our key brand portfolios across Non-Alc, and Emerging Brands portfolio (Non-Alc Beyond Beer, Spirits, and RTDs like Simply Spiked, Monaco, etc).
- Owning the 3 year strategic STR volume plans by applying data insights and brand strategy.
- Providing analysis, industry insights, and industry (BI)/Circana data across the entire portfolio to support the analytical needs of DP and its partners.
- Collaborating with commercial, finance, supply chain, and PMO teams in analyzing NPI business cases and developing after action reviews.
This position reports to the Sr. Portfolio & Analytics Manager, IBP & Commercial Planning.
What You’ll Be Brewing:
- Own the DP entry & facilitates the innovation forecasting process by leading the creation of the bottom up forecast across the entire portfolio for Canada/US. Creates forecast workbooks, partners with Region KAMs, US Sales Operations Managers, Finance and Brand teams, and aligns with Sr Leadership on final business case forecasts.
- Develop, own, and maintain a 2-year STR volume forecast at the detail level to provide direction of the MCBC business and for Supply Chain to produce to, across Beyond Beer within ZOA and Naked Life across Canada/US.
- Lead Brand collaboration, sales collaborations and support all IBP meetings across the America's within the IBP monthly cycle for demand inputs, collaborating with stakeholders (VP, Directors, Managers). This includes communicating business results, providing demand insights, industry knowledge, BI/Circana data, gap to AOP analysis, and forward-looking implications across the portfolio.
- Cultivates Invaluable partnerships supporting key business decisions by continuously identifying customer requirements and developing solutions to improve value contribution to stakeholder groups, including leadership within the complex Canadian markets.
- Provide analytical insights to support ad-hoc business projects and routine process such as Industry impacts (i.e. Covid impacts), SKU Rationalization, AOP baseline validations, and other projects that have significant volume & business implications.
- Collaborates with Brand teams, Regions, Demand Planning team members and Statistical Forecaster on development and interpretation of causals for creating the forecast, as well as producing a 3yr forecast that can be leveraged by business partners.
- Lead the enhancement of the innovation process through participating in the review and development of NPI business case; by active engagement through innocom C and the PMO START process. Provide data insights to develop appropriate after-action reviews on innovation launches.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- You have a Bachelor’s degree in Business OR equivalent experience (4+ years) in the field.
- You have at least 5-8 years experience in Demand Planning, Supply Chain, Finance, Commercial, CPG experience.
- Understanding of forecast models, causal forecasting, "what if" analysis, base trends and the interaction of brand trends, industry trends and other economic factors.
- Ability to analyze large volumes of data and make sound decisions based on facts in addition to understanding of when to shift from analysis to action.
- Ability to evaluate business performance metrics, document learnings, communicate findings and translate into future forecast expectations.
- Financial knowledge to evaluate STR implications and facilitate open dialog with Sales, Supply Chain and Finance teams.
- Proven ability to build strong cross-functional relationships and across multiple levels within the organization (working with VPs and Sr VPs).
- Strong knowledge of technology and systems application particularly in the areas of forecasting and demand planning (Advanced forecasting systems (o9), Tableau, IRI, Power BI, etc.).
- Understanding the complexity of innovation, proxy SKUs, SKU rationalization and new to the world.
- You love a challenge. You complete complex projects quickly and adeptly with your understanding of the business priorities.
- You build relationships and collaborate to get to the desired outcome.
- You take accountability for results – acting with integrity and honoring commitments.
- You have a thirst for learning – you are always looking for ways to learn and help one another grow.
- You exhibit our core values.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Beverage Bonuses:
- Flexible work programs that support work-life balance, including a hybrid work model of 4 days in the office.
- We care about our People and Planet and have challenged ourselves with stretch goals around our key priorities.
- We care about our communities, and play our part to make a difference – from charitable donations to hitting the streets together to build parks, giving back to the community is part of our culture and who we are.
- Engagement with a variety of Business Resource Groups, which can provide volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and networking through the organization.
- Ability to grow and develop your career centered around our First Choice Learning opportunities.
- Participation in our Total Rewards program with a competitive base salary, incentive plans, parental leave, health, dental, vision, retirement plan options with incredible employer match, generous paid time off plans, an engaging Wellness Program, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with amazing resources.
- On site Pub, access to cool brand clothing and swag, top events and, of course... free beer and beverages!
- Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
PAY AND BENEFITS
At Molson Coors, we’re committed to paying people fairly and equitably for the work they do.
Job Posting Total Rewards Offerings: $84,000.00 - $110,200.00 (posting salary range) + 15% target short term incentive + $23,000 on average spent on benefits per employee, including but not limited to health, dental, vision, retirement with above market employer match, wellness incentives and EAP + paid time off (including holidays, vacation days and sick days).
The posting range provided above for salary is what we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We ultimately pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors that inform pay decisions including but not limited to the required work location, previous work experience, skill set and internal equity.
Molson Coors is an equal opportunity employer. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruitment processes, please e-mail jobs@molsoncoors.com.
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Align your degree to the role
USCIS requires your degree to directly relate to portfolio management. A finance, economics, or investment management degree strengthens your case. If your degree is in a tangential field, gather course transcripts showing quantitative coursework to support the specialty occupation argument.
Target asset managers with LCA history
Search DOL Labor Condition Application filings for 'portfolio manager' job titles before applying. Firms that have certified LCAs for this role recently have an established sponsorship workflow, which reduces delays and signals genuine willingness to file on your behalf.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsors
Filter your job search on Migrate Mate to surface employers with confirmed H-1B filing history for Portfolio Manager roles. This focuses your applications on firms that have already navigated the sponsorship process for this specific position.
Request premium processing early in negotiations
Standard USCIS processing can run several months, which creates risk around your employment start date. Ask your prospective employer during offer negotiation whether they'll elect premium processing, which reduces USCIS adjudication to 15 business days for an additional fee they typically cover.
Verify the prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer must certify your salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for your job title and work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your SOC code and metro area to confirm the offered salary clears Level I through Level IV thresholds before you sign.
Understand the cap-gap if you're on OPT
If you're on F-1 OPT when your H-1B is selected in the lottery, the cap-gap provision extends your work authorization through September 30. Confirm your employer files the I-129 petition before your OPT expires so the cap-gap protection activates without interruption.
H-1B Visa Portfolio Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Portfolio Manager role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes. Portfolio Manager is a specialty occupation under H-1B rules because the position typically requires at least a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a closely related field. USCIS evaluates whether the specific job duties and employer requirements support the specialty occupation standard, so a well-documented job description and degree match are both important.
Which types of employers most commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Portfolio Managers?
Asset management firms, investment banks, insurance companies, pension funds, and endowments are the most active H-1B sponsors for this role. Some of these employers are cap-exempt if affiliated with qualifying nonprofit research organizations, which means they can file H-1B petitions outside the annual lottery window. Browse Migrate Mate to find employers with verified filing history for Portfolio Manager positions.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my timeline for starting a Portfolio Manager job?
Registrations open each March, and selected petitions have an employment start date of October 1 at the earliest. If you're selected, your employer files the full I-129 petition after selection. Plan your job search to allow for this timeline, particularly if your current work authorization expires before October 1, and discuss the cap-gap provision with your employer if you're on OPT.
What happens to my H-1B status if I switch employers or move to a different fund?
Switching to a new employer requires the new employer to file a fresh H-1B petition on your behalf before your first day. Because Portfolio Manager roles are typically at one firm and your H-1B is tied to that petitioner, you can't simply transfer authorization. The new petition is subject to H-1B portability rules under AC21 if you've held H-1B status for at least 180 days and the new role is in a same or similar occupational classification.
Can a Portfolio Manager role qualify for an O*NET-based specialty occupation determination?
Yes. The O*NET occupation profile for financial managers and portfolio managers shows a job zone requiring substantial preparation, including a four-year degree. USCIS adjudicators sometimes reference O*NET data when evaluating specialty occupation status, so pointing to the O*NET profile for your specific role category can support an employer's petition documentation, especially when responding to a Request for Evidence.