Chicago-Based FMCG Distribution Growth Manager

Converge

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Converge is seeking a Business Development Manager based in Chicago to own and grow its distribution network across the USA. You will identify opportunities, establish new distribution partnerships, and deepen relationships with key distributors and commercial partners.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of FMCG business development or sales, proven distributor management across the USA, and strong negotiation skills.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of business development or sales experience within FMCG.
  • Strong experience managing distributors and distribution networks across the USA.
  • Proven track record of expanding market presence and developing new business opportunities.
  • Good understanding of the US FMCG market, retail landscape, and routes to market.
  • Strong commercial and negotiation skills with the ability to build long-term distributor relationships.
  • Experience managing sales performance, market development, and commercial growth.
  • Fluency in Hindi, Urdu, or Arabic is preferred.
  • Must be based in the USA, ideally in or around Chicago.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and expand the distribution network across the USA.
  • Develop and close new distribution opportunities and partnerships.
  • Strengthen existing distributor relationships and drive commercial growth.
  • Collaborate with distributors and partners to identify growth opportunities and routes to market.
  • Take ownership of distribution growth for the US market.

Skills

FMCG sales experience
Distributor management
Negotiation skills
Market development
US market knowledge
Language fluency (Hindi/Urdu/Arabic)

Job description

Converge is seeking a Business Development Manager based in Chicago to own and grow its distribution network across the USA. You will identify opportunities, establish new distribution partnerships, and deepen relationships with key distributors and commercial partners.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of FMCG business development or sales, proven distributor management across the USA, and strong negotiation skills.

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