CPG Account Director

Incpg • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

CPG Account Director We are seeking a driven and consultative Account Director to lead sales growth with large Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) companies. This role is responsible for building relationships with senior decision-makers, developing insight-driven proposals, and selling innovative digital, in-store, and omni-channel marketing solutions that deliver measurable results. The Account Director will play a key role in new business development, account expansion, and maintaining strong client partnerships across the CPG landscape. Candidate Profile The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong business development skills, resilience, and a passion for creating client value. They bring a balance of strategic thinking and tactical execution, with the ability to independently drive results while effectively collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience selling into Consumer Packaged Goods companies or working within CPG with a focus on B2B sales to retailers or partners.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets in a consultative selling environment.
• Strong experience with digital media, shopper marketing, or omni-channel solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships and influence senior decision-makers.
• Highly analytical, with experience leveraging syndicated data (IRI, Nielsen, Numerator, etc.) to develop tailored client solutions.
• Excellent presentation, negotiation, and communication skills with the ability to craft persuasive selling stories.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and CRM systems such as Salesforce.
• Bachelor’s degree required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full sales cycle, including prospecting, needs analysis, solution development, proposal delivery, and closing.
• Build and maintain relationships with senior-level CPG decision-makers to understand business objectives and design strategies that drive measurable ROI.
• Develop client-centric campaigns leveraging digital, shopper, and in-store marketing capabilities.
• Engage internal cross-functional teams (Marketing, Digital Strategy, Consumer Insights, Operations, Finance, and Leadership) to uncover opportunities and elevate proposals.
• Create compelling presentations and proposals that leverage data, insights, and financial models to influence client decision-making.
• Maintain a disciplined cadence of pipeline management, forecasting, and reporting to ensure consistent growth against sales targets.
• Consistently achieve or exceed assigned revenue and profitability goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director