Customer Development Manager

At our Company, we grow People, Brands, and Businesses! We are seeking a highly talented Customer Development Manager (CDM) to be responsible for developing and growing sales volume in their assigned territory, markets, and regions through effective relationships with Store Operations personnel. The right candidate will ensure that a high level of service and quality is maintained in developing relationships with the high-level decision makers; driving a positive impact on all assigned stores. As part of our winning team, you’ll receive top-tier training, competitive base salary, and a comprehensive benefits package all with the opportunity for career growth.  

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
• Annual bonus potential
• Car allowance and mileage reimbursement
• Cell phone allowance
• Training and Career Development
• Generous Paid Time-Off

Responsibilities:

• Developing and leveraging relationships with key influence and decision makers in the assigned accounts.
• Complete accurate and timely paperwork, reports, recaps, itineraries, timesheets, expense reports, etc.
• Create and execute customer solutions for profitable sales growth for seasonal and promotional programs that achieve the customer's objectives, category leadership, and company objectives.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to include Manufacturer (client) representatives, Category Management, Customer Service, Supply Chain, etc.
• Create fact-based presentations to influence customers and deliver results that are beneficial for the customer and company.
• Complete new product launches with timely and effective execution to maximize customer impact.
• Execute all agreed-upon solutions with customers to include accurate, timely forecasting and detailed follow-through.
• Manage customers with category information and make recommendations for category growth, bringing customer feedback and potential solutions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred or equivalent experience
• 2-3 years of previous experience managing key accounts in the retail or consumer packaged goods industry
• Demonstrated history of building effective cross-functional relationships with stakeholders throughout the business
• Understanding of Category Management principles
• Experience interpreting and leveraging syndicated sales data (Nielsen, IRI, etc.)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Decision-making skills and ability to exercise sound judgment
• Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office and web browsers

Job Will Remain Open Until Filled