Strategic Key Account Growth Manager

Advantage Solutions; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life coverage

401(k) with company match

Training and Career Development

Generous Paid Time-Off

Job summary

Advantage Solutions is seeking a KAM II to lead sales programs and promotional budgets for assigned clients. The role involves managing distribution, shelf placement, and strategic planning while collaborating with retailers and internal teams to drive sales.

The candidate will own client relationships, guide trade funds, sign and execute contracts, and work with category management and retail teams to maximize ACV and growth. Strong presentation and MS Office skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in sales, grocery, and CPG.
• Proven sales experience with strong presentation, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environment.
• Track record of building and maintaining customer relationships.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Drive client business by increasing distribution, sales dollars, share, and KPIs within spend.
• Manage retail/merchandising execution and basic eCommerce execution while meeting income and expense budgets.
• Analyze trends to identify growth opportunities and advise clients.
• Control promotional spend and accrual/bill-back funds within guidelines.
• Meet budget goals and client objectives for sales, distribution, pricing, and promotion.
• Launch strategies for new opportunities and coordinate retailer HQ calls.
• Collaborate with category management to develop retailer presentations and SKU optimization.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and retailers to ensure engagement.

Skills

Sales

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organization

MS Office

Data insights

Proven track record in sales

Education

Bachelor's degree in sales/CPG

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Outlook

Job description

Advantage Solutions is seeking a KAM II to lead sales programs and promotional budgets for assigned clients. The role involves managing distribution, shelf placement, and strategic planning while collaborating with retailers and internal teams to drive sales.

The candidate will own client relationships, guide trade funds, sign and execute contracts, and work with category management and retail teams to maximize ACV and growth. Strong presentation and MS Office skills are essential.