Strategic Customer Growth Manager

Acosta Sales & Marketing; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Acosta Group is seeking a Customer Manager to drive sales and market share growth by managing principals' business within designated customer accounts. You will develop strategic plans, engage customers at decision-maker level, and optimize in-store presence while managing costs and trade marketing funds.

The role emphasizes proactive communication, cross-functional collaboration, and data-driven decision making to achieve sales excellence across assigned accounts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts Degree or equivalent work experience.
• A minimum of six months of relevant experience in retail (CPG industry), marketing, space management, and/or resets. Sales administration or finance experience is preferred.
• Expertise in Microsoft software, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Outlook, with thorough knowledge of web-based applications. Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Achieve Sales Goals: Deliver principals’ objectives, including volume and sales fundamentals at the assigned customers.
• Strategic Planning: Develop a comprehensive Customer Business Plan aligned with principals’ priorities.
• Client Engagement: Call on decision-makers to present and sell business plans and programs.

Skills

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Outlook

Presentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Acosta Group is seeking a Customer Manager to drive sales and market share growth by managing principals' business within designated customer accounts. You will develop strategic plans, engage customers at decision-maker level, and optimize in-store presence while managing costs and trade marketing funds.

The role emphasizes proactive communication, cross-functional collaboration, and data-driven decision making to achieve sales excellence across assigned accounts.