Hybrid Associate Business Manager - Retail & eCommerce

Acosta, Inc.; Eden Prairie (MN); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Acosta Group in Eden Prairie, MN, is seeking an Associate Business Manager (Target) to support sales, eCommerce, and retail services. You will assist the Target Business Manager in achieving mutual business goals with vendor clients and collaborate across teams.

This hybrid role requires strong communication, organization, and data-driven decision making, with duties spanning item creation, partner communications, promotional plans, and performance analysis.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Collaborate cross-functionally, from supply chain and eCommerce to analytics and customer planning.
• 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.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Initiative

Multitasking

Financial acumen

Target experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Acosta Group in Eden Prairie, MN, is seeking an Associate Business Manager (Target) to support sales, eCommerce, and retail services. You will assist the Target Business Manager in achieving mutual business goals with vendor clients and collaborate across teams.

This hybrid role requires strong communication, organization, and data-driven decision making, with duties spanning item creation, partner communications, promotional plans, and performance analysis.