Associate Business Development Manager

Advantage Solutions•Tampa, FL

158d

About The Position

Associate Business Development Manager At our Company, we grow People, Brands, and Businesses! We are seeking an Associate Business Development Manager who will play a key role in supporting Advantage Solutions’ Business Development Team by driving organization, efficiency, and high-quality execution. This entry-level position is ideal for a detail-oriented, motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include supporting strategic initiatives through research, assisting with the development of client materials and presentations, managing CRM and team systems, and coordinating projects across cross-functional partners. This role offers exposure to high-profile business opportunities and the chance to develop foundational skills in business development and client engagement. Take this opportunity to join North America’s leading business solutions provider and build your career working with amazing people in a growing industry! Apply today! What we offer: Full-Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life) 401(k) with company match Training and Career Development Generous Paid Time-Off

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience required; bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred
1-3 years of experience in the applicable field
Strong sales presentation and development skills
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
Outstanding written and oral communication skills
Working knowledge of syndicated data
Intermediate or advanced computer skills
Strong written communication and verbal communication skills
Skill in supervising to include delegating responsibility, training and evaluating performance
Conflict management skills
Demonstrated ability to provide cross-functional leadership
Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environment
Flexible and adaptable, able to change and alter according to changes in projects or business environment
Ability to complete multiple duties with accuracy shifting from one to another with frequent interruptions and competing deadlines

Responsibilities

Conduct market and competitor research to support business development initiatives.
Assist in identifying potential new client opportunities.
Draft and edit pitch decks, proposals, and client-facing materials.
Gather and format data, case studies, and success stories for presentations.
Ensure consistency and quality across all business development documents.
Maintain and update CRM systems with accurate client and prospect information.
Support pipeline management by tracking opportunities and deadlines.
Coordinate internal meetings, take notes, and track action items.
Assist in preparing agendas and materials for client or leadership meetings.
Provide general administrative and project support to the business development team.
Partner with cross-functional teams to gather input for proposals and materials.
Support follow-up communications with prospects and clients.
Serve as a point of contact for information requests within the team.
Achieves targeted income and expense budgets by implementing marketing strategies and analyzing trends and results
Increases sales through efficient management of promotional spending within guidelines on assigned lines
Meets or exceeds Client’s goals for sales, distribution, pricing, shelving, and promotional volume
Achieves sales goals by managing and maximizing manufacturing funds to meet sales goals
Ensures that all retail pricing and indirect order guides within the division is updated by regularly correcting discrepancies
Secures Client approved schematics for all Clients’ brands by providing direction and communication to our schematic, reset, and retail departments
Ensures incremental sales through distribution of new products and maintenance of existing SKU’s
Facilitates category development by using database rationale such as SKU optimization, efficient promotion causal data, and lift analysis
Meets budgetary goals by maintaining strict control and accounting of accrual and bill-back funds for assigned brands
Demonstrates sales accomplishments and areas of opportunity by developing sales presentations for Customers and Clients
Communicates Client goals, programs, price changes, and priorities %
Hires, retains, trains, coaches, guides, directs, and develops direct reports using company-wide processes, tools and resources
May delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reports
Travel and Driving are essential duties and function of this job
Travel up to %