Strategic Accounts Director — Retail Partnerships (Atlanta)

LeanPie Ltd; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

LeanPie is seeking an Account Director to own and grow strategic relationships with key retail clients in the Atlanta market, with a focus on revenue growth and client partnership development. You will collaborate with design, engineering, sourcing, and operations to deliver exceptional client outcomes while maintaining a regular presence at client headquarters and traveling as needed.

The role emphasizes strategic account management, relationship building across merchandising, store ops,

Qualifications

• Proven experience in account management, business development, sales, client services, or shopper marketing.
• Experience managing strategic retail accounts or large customer relationships.
• Strong understanding of big-box retail environments.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong commercial mindset with ability to identify and grow business opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Own and lead relationships with key retail clients and stakeholders.
• Identify, qualify, and develop new opportunities within existing accounts, including opportunities with brand partners selling through the retailer.
• Develop and execute strategic account growth plans that drive revenue expansion and long-term partnership value.
• Position LeanPie as a responsive, innovative, and trusted partner known for creativity, quality, and execution.
• Lead client discussions from initial opportunity identification through project launch, partnering with internal teams to ensure successful delivery.
• Collaborate closely with LeanPie leadership to align account strategy, priorities, and growth objectives.
• Maintain accurate forecasting, opportunity tracking, and account planning within company systems.
• Conduct regular business reviews with clients and internal stakeholders to evaluate performance and identify future opportunities.
• Ensure all account and program information is maintained accurately and consistently.
• Travel as needed for client meetings, presentations, and strategic planning sessions.

Skills

Account management

Business development

Retail expertise

Relationship building

Travel readiness

Job description

LeanPie is seeking an Account Director to own and grow strategic relationships with key retail clients in the Atlanta market, with a focus on revenue growth and client partnership development. You will collaborate with design, engineering, sourcing, and operations to deliver exceptional client outcomes while maintaining a regular presence at client headquarters and traveling as needed.

The role emphasizes strategic account management, relationship building across merchandising, store ops,