Jon Israelite
About Jon Israelite
Jon Israelite serves as the Regional Sales Manager for the East at SOMOS Foods, a position he has held since 2022. With extensive experience in category management and shopper insights, he has previously worked in various leadership roles at KIND and Playtex Products.
Work at SOMOS Foods
Jon Israelite has been serving as the Regional Sales Manager, East at SOMOS Foods since 2022. He operates within the New York City Metropolitan Area, focusing on sales strategies and regional market development. In this role, he leverages his extensive experience in the consumer packaged goods sector to drive sales growth and enhance market presence for SOMOS Foods.
Previous Experience at KIND
Prior to his current role, Jon Israelite held multiple positions at KIND. He worked as the Director of Category Management from 2011 to 2014, followed by a promotion to Vice President of Business Development from 2014 to 2019. He later served as Vice President of Retail Strategy from 2019 to 2021. His tenure at KIND spanned a total of eight years, where he contributed to various strategic initiatives and category management efforts.
Career Background in Consumer Packaged Goods
Jon Israelite has a robust background in the consumer packaged goods industry, with significant roles at Playtex Products and BASES. He worked as the Director of Category Management at Playtex Products from 2003 to 2007 and earlier as the Trade Marketing Manager from 1995 to 1996. His experience at BASES as Client Service Manager lasted nine years, from 1985 to 1994, providing him with a strong foundation in client relations and market analysis.
Education and Expertise
Jon Israelite earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business with a focus on marketing from Northeastern University, studying from 1981 to 1986. His educational background complements his professional experience, particularly in utilizing Nielsen and IRI data for scanner and household panel analysis. This expertise enhances his ability to derive insights that inform business strategies.
Team Building and Leadership Skills
Jon Israelite possesses strong skills in forming and building teams within the consumer packaged goods industry. His leadership experience across various roles has equipped him with the ability to foster collaboration and drive team performance, contributing to the success of the organizations he has been part of.