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Acosta · 2 days ago

Customer Manager Associate

Des Moines Metro

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Acosta is a part of Acosta Group, specializing in retail sales services and digital strategy. The Customer Manager Associate will develop relationships with store managers and personnel to achieve performance objectives and drive sales through effective merchandising and promotional programs.

MarketingSales

Responsibilities

Sells promotional programs for displays at independent natural retailers purchasing from distributors

Sells incremental quantities for display and TPR based on OI programs through the distributors

Develops relationships with store managers and buyers through impeccable communication and follow through

Obtains distribution and placement of client new items at independent natural retailers through distributors such as UNFI and/or Kehe

Identifies and corrects voids

Merchandises manufacturer’s products to obtain best possible shelf placement

Attends retailer resets when requested

Completes audits and pricing surveys in stores as requested

Communicates competitive and market activity to management

Utilizes supplied technology to report on results

Sets and reviews performance against objectives with Sales Manager

Qualification

Sales experienceBasic Office functionalityInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor of Arts Degree or equivalent work experience

Sales experience, natural industry preferred

Strong interpersonal, organizational and sales skills with the ability to work effectively with team members, peers, management and external customer contacts

Home space to store samples that are readily accessible and securely stored

Basic Office (Outlook, Excel) functionality comprehension required and proficient in managing Outlook e-mail and calendar, as well as excel basic workbooks

Must have a valid driver's license, proof of current auto insurance and be able to drive a car for extended periods of time

Preferred

Preferred locations for applicants to reside in: Des Moines area, anywhere in Iowa, or west Illinois area

Company

Acosta

Glassdoor3.3

Acosta brings simplicity to retail sales.

Founded in 1927

Jacksonville, Florida, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.acosta.com

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Total Funding

unknown

Key Investors

Berkshire Partners

2014-07-28Acquired

2003-01-27Series Unknown

Leadership Team

Darian Pickett

Chief Executive Officer

Linda Hodnett

Retired VP of Sales

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