Associate Business Manager

Acosta Group; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Acosta Group in Eden Prairie, MN, is seeking an Associate Business Manager (Target) to support Target and vendor clients in sales, eCommerce, and retail services. This role collaborates across functions and helps execute business strategies to drive growth.

You will own item creation, manage communications with internal and external partners, and help develop promotional plans using data-driven insights to improve performance. Strong analytical and presentation skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-starter who proactively intervenes to prevent challenges.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Knowledge of financial acumen with a data-driven mindset.
• Proficiency in Windows Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• Target experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate cross-functionally across supply chain, eCommerce, analytics, and customer planning.
• Own new item creation and item management with internal and external contacts.
• Communicate proactively to ensure smooth vendor and Target information flow.
• Create sales presentations and engaging category reviews.
• Support strategic promotional plans and monitor execution with metrics.
• Conduct online content audits to maximize vendor online presence.
• Track vendor income and perform chargeback/audit research.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Self-started

Organizational skills

Data-driven mindset

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Ready to step into the dynamic world of retail and consumer goods?

As part of the sales organization, the Associate Business Manager (Target) aids in all sales responsibilities and supports eCommerce and retail services. This position assists the Target Business Manager in executing the mutual business goals of Acosta and assigned vendor clients.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate cross-functionally, from supply chain and eCommerce to analytics and customer planning. This role supports the execution and planning of business strategies.
• Own the new item creation and item management process, ensuring seamless communication with internal and external contacts.
• Proactively engage in tactical and administrative communication to ensure seamless flow of information from vendor partners and Target.
• Aid in the creation of compelling sales presentations and engaging category reviews.
• Contribute to the development of strategic promotional plans and monitor the execution with key metrics and analysis to provide insight and efficiencies.
• Conduct online content audits, identifying opportunities to maximize vendor’s online presence.
• Monitor vendor income collection and perform chargeback and audit research.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Self-starter who takes initiative to proactively intervene when anticipating challenges
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask
• Knowledge of financial acumen with data-driven mindset
• Proficient in Windows Suite, specifically Excel and PowerPoint
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• Target experience preferred but not required

We value innovative thinking and encourage you to contribute your unique perspective to drive business success. With a strong focus on professional development, the opportunity to advance your skills and career are supported. We are committed to fostering your growth and celebrating your successes.