Associate Manager, Business Operations & Strategy

The Hershey Company Job Posting

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Posted Date: Jul 20, 2026 Requisition Number: 129550

Why Hershey: At The Hershey Company, our culture is rooted in purpose and inspired by Milton Hershey’s enduring vision that business should create opportunity for others. Through our commitment to corporate philanthropy, we create positive impact by supporting communities, helping children thrive, and operating as a business for good. This includes our deep and long standing partnership with Milton Hershey School, where we invest in education, workforce readiness, and hands on engagement to help students succeed beyond the classroom. Supported by strategic grantmaking, product donations, cross brand collaboration, and strong employee volunteerism, Hershey offers a place to work where making a difference—locally and globally—is part of how we do business every day.

Job Location Hershey, PA (Remote), Onsite/Hybrid preferred.

Job Overview The Associate Manager, Business Operations & Strategy plays a vital role in advancing the company’s strategic initiatives by providing sophisticated analysis, generating actionable insights, and supporting the development and execution of solutions that drive business growth. This position requires close partnership with Managers, Senior Managers, and cross-functional colleagues to structure challenging problems, cultivate data-driven insights, and contribute meaningfully to high-value deliverables.

Success in this role depends on a strong foundation in analytical thinking, meticulous attention to detail, and the capability to translate complex data and information into clear, practical recommendations. The role offers an exciting opportunity to influence the direction of key strategic projects and collaborate across multiple areas of the business, contributing to sustained competitive advantage and operational excellence.

Accountabilities Key Accountabilities:

• Analyze Strategic Challenges and Opportunities: Conduct comprehensive research