National Account Manager - Electronics Independent Retail
I korthet
The National Account Manager for Independent Retail will drive sales and profit for electronic products within the independent retail channel across the Americas. Responsibilities include developing growth strategies, managing P&L, fostering customer relationships, and collaborating with internal teams on marketing and forecasting.
Ansvarsområden
- Own and drive the total sales and profit performance of the Electronic subgroup within the Independent Retail Channel.
- Develop and execute short- and long-term strategic growth plans to increase sales, category share, and omnichannel presence.
- Identify white space opportunities and lead cross-functional initiatives to expand the Electronic product portfolios both in-store and online.
- Identify and develop new retail business opportunities to expand distribution, increase product placement, and grow Electronic sales across the independent retail channel.
- Build retailer-specific growth plans that align customer priorities, market opportunities, and internal capabilities to drive incremental revenue and category expansion.
- Lead development of account-specific budgets, sales forecasts, and profitability plans in partnership with finance, marketing, and operations.
- Monitor sales and margin performance, adjusting pricing, promotions, and strategy as needed to meet or exceed revenue and profit targets.
- Make data-driven decisions to optimize assortment, reduce costs, and enhance ROI across all programs.
- Build and maintain senior-level relationships with Independent Retail / Co-op Merchants and Supply Chain teams.
- Serve as the primary point of contact, aligning Electronic Sales and innovation roadmap with retailer’s strategic initiatives.
- Lead the development and implementation of omnichannel promotional plans, ensuring alignment with brand positioning and seasonal initiatives.
- Collaborate with marketing and customer retails services teams to drive in-store execution, brand visibility, and service levels that meet the retailer’s expectations.
- Partner with internal forecasting and supply chain teams to deliver accurate demand planning and inventory management.
- Identify and resolve potential supply challenges in collaboration with retailers and internal teams.
Krav
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field required.
- 3-5+ years of progressive experience in sales within consumer products; experience in building products or home improvement preferred.
- 2+ years of direct experience managing Retail accounts is strongly recommended.
- Demonstrated experience owning and managing a P&L for a key customer or category.
- Proven success in developing growth strategies, promotional plans, and pricing structures in a retail environment.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and presentation skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and AI applications.
- Ability to travel 20-40%, both domestically and internationally.
- Travel required for meetings, training seminars, trade shows, store walks, and end user presentations.
Förmåner
- Regular feedback, training, and development opportunities.
- Empowerment to build career around aspirations and ambitions.
- Opportunities to grow role locally, regionally, or internationally.
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