Acosta

Business Manager (Military Division)

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3 Locations

In-Office or Remote

Mid level

Consumer Web

The Role

Drive market share growth for CPG clients through merchandising, assortment, pricing, and shelf positioning. Coordinate client visits and key account calls, communicate priorities to retail sales teams, present new-client introductions, analyze sales and marketing data, maintain distribution information, and provide feedback to improve client strategies and internal capabilities. Travel required.

Summary Generated by Built In

At Acosta, we work with major consumer brands (CPG). Our Business Managers increase the market share of the brands we represent in an established market. We are company of exceptional people who take pride in the clients and customers we represent, and no day is ever the same!

Responsibilities

We provide our client and customers the tools needed to deliver solutions and achieve their goals with merchandising, assortment, pricing, and shelf positioning. These initiatives result in maximizing market share.

We are seeking self-motivated professionals who can create these solutions and have the ability to:

Coordinate clients' market visits and key account calls.
Communicate clients' priorities to Retail Sales Organization to deliver in-store presence and business objectives.
Manage and participate in the development, design and presentation of Acosta introduction to new clients.
Provide feedback on the effectiveness of our clients' strategies, selling programs, and initiatives.
Maintain current account distribution information.
Provide feedback on how to build organizational capacity and improve our business.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.
A proven track-record in sales; preferably with a food broker or national company.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, presentation, negotiation, and sales skills.
Ability to analyze sales and marketing information needed to make effective sales presentations.
Proficient in a variety of software packages used to support the sales function.
Willing to travel.

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About Us

Acosta is a part of Acosta Group – a collective of the industry’s most trusted retail, marketing and foodservice agencies reimagining the way people connect with brands at every point in their shopping journey.

Specializing in retail sales services, digital strategy, and business intelligence, Acosta empowers brands to thrive in the world of omnichannel shopping. Our sales and digital teams build lasting relationships, ensuring our client brands get the space they deserve in stores and outperform the competition online, while our merch reps make brands shine in retail locations across the world.

But it’s not just about what we do – it’s about who we are. With a team of over 20,000 associates, we’re a community of forward-thinking, value-driven professionals committed to an unmatched level of trust and transparency in the industry. And, we understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why many of our field roles provide our associates with flexible scheduling options. Join us and be a part of a team that values growth and making a real impact for our clients, retail partners and their customers.

Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and will ensure that applicants with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact [email protected]. Be sure to include "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject of your email to expedite the request.

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Skills Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
Proven track-record in sales
Experience with a food broker or national company
Strong interpersonal, organizational, presentation, negotiation, and sales skills
Ability to analyze sales and marketing information for effective presentations
Proficient in software packages that support sales functions
Willingness to travel

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The Company

HQ: Jacksonville, FL

11,384 Employees

Year Founded: 1927

What We Do

Acosta is an integrated sales and marketing services provider that enables consumer packaged goods brands and retailers to win in the modern marketplace by delivering progressive solutions and exceptional service. With more than 90 years of experience, Acosta understands evolving consumer needs and helps its clients and customers stay a step ahead, fueling their accelerated performance. For more information, please visit www.acosta.com.