Strategic Customer Growth Manager

Advantage Solutions; Richmond (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Advantage Solutions seeks a Customer Manager to serve as the sales expert for designated customers, delivering strategic insights and helping execute joint business plans with the retailer.

You will collaborate with KAMs, order entry, claims, schematics, and retail associates to ensure client standards are met and to bridge gaps between the KAM team and stakeholders. The role emphasizes driving growth and building retailer partnerships for promotions and parity pricing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required.
• 2-4 years in sales or retail experience and knowledge of the CPG industry.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge and experience with designated customers preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive client business at assigned customer, increasing distribution and sales while staying within budget.
• Manage and coordinate sales activities, including analysis, planning, and presentations.
• Serve as conduit between customers, KAMs, and clients through product line presentations and new item introductions.
• Attend and present at client meetings and management team meetings.
• Build relationships with buyers and support departments to aid growth plans and execution.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Job description

Advantage Solutions seeks a Customer Manager to serve as the sales expert for designated customers, delivering strategic insights and helping execute joint business plans with the retailer.

You will collaborate with KAMs, order entry, claims, schematics, and retail associates to ensure client standards are met and to bridge gaps between the KAM team and stakeholders. The role emphasizes driving growth and building retailer partnerships for promotions and parity pricing.