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Acosta · 12 hours ago

Senior Business Manager

Oak Brook, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$86K/yr - $105K/yr

Acosta is a part of Acosta Group, specializing in retail sales services and digital strategy. They are seeking a Senior Business Manager to drive business growth and profitability by executing sales strategies, managing revenue and budgets, and developing customer business plans while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

MarketingSales

No H1B

Responsibilities

Sales Strategy & Execution Deliver principal goals in volume, share, and sales fundamentals (Merchandising, Assortment, Pricing, Shelving) for assigned customers at the lowest possible cost

Revenue & Budget Management Maximize company revenue through brokerage, commissions, and bonuses while overseeing manufacturer expenditures and operating within budget

Customer Business Planning 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

Relationship Management 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

Business Development & Innovation Identify and pursue new business opportunities. Demonstrate pioneering skills to expand principal portfolios and drive volume growth

Trade Marketing Oversight Manage trade-marketing funds in accordance with company and principal policies. Minimize sales-related deductions and ensure financial accountability

Cross-Functional Collaboration Coordinate communication between General Managers, principals, and Account Managers. Partner with Retail Sales Managers on major initiatives such as product launches and promotional drives

Market Intelligence & Competitive Analysis Monitor market pricing and competitive activity. Provide timely feedback and insights to principals and internal teams to refine strategies

Technology & Analytics Utilize advanced tools (Excel, PowerPoint, RW3, IRI Analyzer) to develop conceptual presentations and improve business outcomes. Demonstrate strong analytical and Category Management skills

Team Development & Leadership Mentor Business Managers, Account Managers, and Retail Selling Organization members. Share learnings and best practices to build organizational capacity

Strategic Feedback & Continuous Improvement Provide actionable feedback to General Managers and principals. Proactively manage personal development and stay current on industry trends and initiatives

Qualification

Sales StrategyRevenue ManagementBusiness DevelopmentMarket IntelligenceSoftware ProficiencyRelationship ManagementTeam LeadershipCross-Functional Collaboration