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As a Business Account Manager III , you will serve as a strategic leader and trusted partner—driving growth by translating retailer and manufacturer strategies into actionable, results‑focused business plans. This role blends strategic thinking, analytics, cross‑functional collaboration, and customer leadership to deliver consistent execution and measurable outcomes.
Job Responsibility:
Lead retailer and wholesaler business planning by partnering with Customer Managers to develop and execute annual and quarterly growth plans aligned with client and VP/MD strategic intent
Own and manage strategic customer plans, ensuring alignment across retailer, manufacturer, and regional priorities while proactively identifying opportunities and risks
Serve as the primary point of contact for regional client leadership, delivering consistent, high‑quality experiences and strong business results
Guide and enable Customer Managers by providing direction, performance measurement, and actionable planning analytics to optimize execution and elevate capabilities
Drive the Business Planning process in close partnership with Business Insights, Planning, and Channel teams to improve key performance metrics
Translate insights into action by leveraging category, brand, consumer/shopper, channel, and retail data to inform strategic and tactical decisions
Lead trade investment planning and optimization, including trade fund visibility, effectiveness measurement, and ROI analysis
Analyze promotional performance, forecasts vs. actuals, and base volume trends to inform future strategies and improve execution
Manage base business fundamentals, including volume forecasts, item distribution, promotional strategy, merchandising, and innovation execution
Develop customer‑level distribution and merchandising targets, supported by insight‑driven activation plans for key initiatives
Partner with Region Broker Managers to align on strategy, execution priorities, and identification of opportunities and threats
Support category reviews, line reviews, and new item presentations by delivering clear, compelling analytics and insights
Conduct ad‑hoc financial and data analysis, including pre‑ and post‑event performance evaluations
Participate in customer sales calls alongside Customer Managers as a strategic thought partner when appropriate
Develop and deliver executive‑ready content as part of the Business Review process
Ensure all client plans are accurately built, maintained, and executed within the client’s Trade Planning System
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four‑year university preferred
3+ years of experience in sales, marketing, or customer management, with direct experience supporting a major chain customer
Strong proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, with working knowledge of Nielsen and other syndicated data sources
Proven ability to analyze data, develop insights, and translate findings into actionable business plans
Excellent communication, collaboration, and influencing skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and levels
Strategic thinker and problem solver who can prioritize competing demands and consistently follow through on commitments
Demonstrated leadership capability, including oversight or direction of Trade Specialists
Comfortable working in both office and field environments
Willingness to travel 10%, as business needs require
English proficiency required
bilingual skills a plus based on business needs
Nice to have:
bilingual skills a plus based on business needs
What we offer:
flexible scheduling options
reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities