Strategic Key Account Manager I

Advantage-Solutions; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-Time Benefits

401(k) match

Career Development

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Advantage-Solutions in New Orleans is seeking a Key Account Manager I to oversee strategic sales activities and strengthen client relationships. You will own annual planning with clients, identify opportunities, and drive growth through data-driven insights, promotions, and retail collaborations.

The role requires solid communication, cross-functional leadership, and the ability to influence product placement, pricing, and promotions across major accounts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in sales, grocery, and CPG.
• 1-3 years of experience in applicable field.
• Strong sales presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple relationships and programs with vendors.

Responsibilities

• Drive clients’ business at assigned customer and increase sales within budget.
• Ensure retail/merchandising execution and basic eCommerce execution.
• Analyze trends to identify growth opportunities and make recommendations.
• Build and maintain relationships with category buyers to influence product placement and pricing.

Skills

Sales presentations

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Cross-functional leadership

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in sales, grocery, and CPG

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Outlook

Web browsers

Job description

Advantage-Solutions in New Orleans is seeking a Key Account Manager I to oversee strategic sales activities and strengthen client relationships. You will own annual planning with clients, identify opportunities, and drive growth through data-driven insights, promotions, and retail collaborations.

The role requires solid communication, cross-functional leadership, and the ability to influence product placement, pricing, and promotions across major accounts.