Account Mgr Walmart

Requisition Number

119095BR

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Account Manager is an entry level sales management position that, with the partnership and guidance of the Sr. Account Executive, is responsible for delivering solutions and recommendations to gain sales growth. This position will work directly with internal product and category management teams to develop and implement sales strategies and initiatives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Identifies, evaluates, and responds effectively to competitive trends and activities.

Identifies the levers to profitably generate sales (product, pricing, promotion and placement) and identifies contingency plans to close sales plan gaps

Gathers program details and relevant insights for sales calls

Represents American Greetings in a professional manner and demonstrates Industry knowledge and category expertise

Effectively communicates in both written and verbal formats relevant information to customer and within American Greetings

Partners with internal departments to execute promotions and product programs.

Addresses day-to-day account needs such as communications, issue resolution and coordination between functional teams

Other duties as assigned/as project needs necessitate.

Position Title

Sales Account Manager

Experience Required:

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills.

High level of interpersonal skills to build strong business relationships and manage associates.

Good organizational skills with attention to detail.

Strong PC skills including word processing and spreadsheet application.

Ability to work independently with little daily instruction.

Works with sense of urgency; results oriented and focuses on productivity vs activities

Consumer centric; anticipates and meets consumer needs and takes appropriate action without being prompted

Accepts responsibility for own actions

Operates with a growth mindset

Innovative; identifies effective, new ways of doing things

Able to clearly define purpose driven goals and the actions required to accomplish them

Required Length & Type of Experience:

1-3 years of experience in sales or marketing

Previous experience as an Area Supervisor/Territory Sales Manager preferred

Previous experience in a retail or merchandising environment preferred

Education Required:

Bachelor's degree in business, marketing or related field.

Career Site Category

Corporate Jobs