Associate Account Manager- Walmart

Core Home; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with matching policy

Generous vacation policy

Bonuses and raises based on experience

Job summary

Core Home is seeking an Associate Account Manager to support a portfolio of customers and grow our business within the housewares sector. You will liaise with retailers, coordinate product development timelines, and help prepare sales reports.

The role emphasizes relationship building, organization, and cross-functional collaboration with Product Development, Marketing, and Sales teams to drive client satisfaction and growth.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years’ experience as a Junior Account Manager, Sales coordinator or relevant role.
• Strong multitasking and time-management abilities.
• Organized, proactive and detail-oriented.
• Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of retailer accounts and industry positioning.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing a portfolio of assigned customers and develop new business.
• Support day-to-day communication with Walmart buying teams and buyers.
• Coordinate sample timelines and product development milestones.
• Prepare weekly sales reports and assist with analytics for leadership.
• Collaborate with Marketing to organize assets and campaign needs.
• Maintain data quality in internal trackers and external systems.

Skills

Account management

Sales coordination

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Data analysis

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

BA/BS in Business Administration or related field

Tools

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

We are a fashion-forward housewares company that is looking for the best and brightest to join our talented team. We pride ourselves on bringing the best to market, being the best place to work, and to always improving. Sound like somewhere you want to build your career? Keep reading to learn more about us!

We manufacture and sell kitchenware and hydration products for all types of retailers - from national chains all over the world to independent shops in small towns throughout the US. We are proud to have built an incredible team of diverse people over the last 15 years in our offices throughout the world. As our business continues to grow, we are in search of passionate and talented candidates to join our Account Management team.

Who you are

You-- an entrepreneurial spirited individual looking for unlimited growth opportunity. Looking for a fast-paced environment that will keep you motivated and on your toes! You have previous experience as an Account Manager, Junior Account Manager or sales coordinator in the housewares industry. You are a collaborative, detail-oriented person who is highly organized, efficient, and creative. You can prioritize workload effectively and demonstrate the ability to meet challenging deadlines. You enjoy traveling (internationally and domestically)!

The Role

We are looking for an Associate Account Manager to create long-term, trusting relationships with our customers. The Associate Account Manager’s role is to assist with a portfolio of assigned customers, help develop new business from existing clients and actively seek new sales opportunities. Responsibilities include developing strong relationships with customers, connecting with key business executives and stakeholders and preparing sales reports. In this role, you will liaise with cross-functional internal teams to improve the entire customer experience.

Responsibilities

• External and Internal Communication:
• Support the Account Manager in day-to-day communication with Walmart buying teams.
• Help respond to buyer requests and ensure timely follow-through.
• Assist in coordinating sample and milestone timelines with Product Development.
• Track outstanding Product Development tasks and provide updates to the Account Manager on project status.
• Product Management & Item Oversight:
• Support 1P item creation and maintenance by completing foundational steps in both external systems (i360, Supplier One) and internal trackers.
• Prepare and upload item content, + imagery, ensuring PDPs are all up to standard.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to gather cost updates and replenishment details as needed.
• Flag any timeline risks or production concerns to the Account Manager for escalation.
• Reporting & Analytics:
• Initial pulls and preparation of weekly reporting, including feature reporting, modular reporting, and e-commerce reporting.
• Maintain clean, organized datasets to support the Account Manager’s analysis.
• Assist in pulling data and building preliminary analyses for Senior Account Manager and Senior Product Development.
• Partner with Marketing to organize assets, track deadlines, and ensure all campaign requirements are met.
• Support the Account Manager by preparing materials and keeping tools, shared folders, and project trackers updated for strategy discussions and product launches.

Skills

• 1-2 years’ experience as a Junior Account Manager, Sales coordinator or relevant role.
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Goal-oriented, organized team player
• Self-motivated and self-directed
• Excellent interpersonal relationship skills
• Understanding of retailer accounts and their position in the industry
• Eagerness to learn and grow your business
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient experience with MS Office (particularly MS Excel and PowerPoint)
• Data orientated and ability to understand and analyze large data sets.
• Proven ability to juggle multiple account management projects at a time, while maintaining sharp attention to detail
• BA/BS degree in Business Administration, Sales or relevant field
• Competitive pay, based on experience level
• Performance based generous bonuses and raises evaluated annually
• 401k with matching policy
• Generous vacation policy
• Open kitchen stocked with snacks and gourmet freshly ground coffee