Business Account Manager III

Acosta, Inc.•Dallas, TX

47d

About The Position

The Business Account Manager III will have a deep understanding of both retailer and manufacturer strategies to develop and execute growth plans based on strategic intent set by VP/MD & Client. The Business Account Manager provides direction to Customer Managers to optimize annual/quarterly Client business plans. They will be the key point of contact for regional client leadership and will be expected to deliver consistent experiences and outcomes. The Business Account Manager will drive the Business Planning process working closely with cross-functional business partners within the Business Insights, Planning Organization and Channel Teams to improve key metrics based on analysis of promotion, spending, and volume (forecasts and actuals). As well as manage base volume forecasts, item distribution, promotional strategy and innovation.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year university preferred; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
Work experience in sales or marketing for a minimum of 5-7 years with experience calling on a major chain customer
Excel, Power Point
Working knowledge of Nielsen and syndicated data sources
Strong communication and people skills
Must possess collaboration and influencing skills
Ability to be a clear communicator, strategic thinker, and problem solver
Ability to effectively prioritize demands and follow through on commitments

Responsibilities

Coordinate with Customer Managers to develop and execute business plans
Build and manage strategic plans for respective retailers/wholesalers
Align on strategy and plan with Region Broker Managers, Identify Opportunities and threats
Feed CM's w/ planning analytics to support Cat/Line reviews, NI presentations, etc.
Effective trade fund management and visibility
Measure effectiveness of CM's
Align w/Insights lead and be guided by insights specific to Category/Brand, Consumer/Shopper, Channel/Retail dimensions
Work with syndicated/other data sources to both manage and inform strategic and tactical trade plans
Ad-hoc financial and data analysis, including pre/post event analysis
Develop Customer level distribution and merchandising targets with supporting insights and merchandising activation plans for each key initiative
Attend Customer Sales Calls with the Customer Manager Team where appropriate
Develop and deliver content as part of the CROSSMARK Business Review process
Ensure Client's Plans are Built and maintained in CROSSVIEW and the Client's Trade Planning System