Senior Manager, Business

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⛷️ Utah – Remote

⛷️ Utah – Remote

💵 $85k - $95k / year

⏰ Full Time

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Acosta

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10,000+ employees

Founded 1927

🤝 B2B

🛍️ eCommerce

🛒 Retail

💰 Venture Round on 2003-01

B2B • eCommerce • Retail

Acosta is a leading sales and marketing agency that connects brands with consumers across various retail and foodservice channels. The company leverages proprietary data, integrated marketing strategies, and retail execution services to enhance brand visibility and influence purchase decisions. With over 100 years in business, Acosta helps clients navigate the complexities of both brick-and-mortar and online marketplaces, ensuring their products are positioned effectively within the competitive landscape.

📋 Description

• Deliver principal goals in volume, share, and sales fundamentals (Merchandising, Assortment, Pricing, Shelving) for assigned customers at the lowest possible cost. • Maximize company revenue through brokerage, commissions, and bonuses while overseeing manufacturer expenditures and operating within budget. • Develop and sell strategic Customer Business Plans. Align cross-functional teams—including Sales, Marketing, Technology, and Retail—to execute in-store presence and business objectives. • Serve as the primary contact for principal-specific issues. Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, principals, and trade partners. Represent the company professionally in industry forums and committees. • Identify and pursue new business opportunities. Demonstrate pioneering skills to expand principal portfolios and drive volume growth. • Manage trade-marketing funds in accordance with company and principal policies. Minimize sales-related deductions and ensure financial accountability. • Coordinate communication between General Managers, principals, and Account Managers. Partner with Retail Sales Managers on major initiatives such as product launches and promotional drives. • Monitor market pricing and competitive activity. Provide timely feedback and insights to principals and internal teams to refine strategies. • Utilize advanced tools (Excel, PowerPoint, RW3, IRI Analyzer) to develop conceptual presentations and improve business outcomes. Demonstrate strong analytical and Category Management skills. • Mentor Business Managers, Account Managers, and Retail Selling Organization members. Share learnings and best practices to build organizational capacity. • Provide actionable feedback to General Managers and principals. Proactively manage personal development and stay current on industry trends and initiatives.

🎯 Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in the industry required. • Experience: Proven track record in sales capacity with a food broker or major national company. Prior experience must demonstrate sales skills and the ability to manage and direct others. • Skills: Proficient in a variety of software packages used to support the sales function. • Physical Requirements: • - Ability to travel (mainly local) • - Strong listening and visual acuity • - Manual dexterity for technology use