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SummaryBrand Sales ManagerAt our Company, we grow People, Brands, and Businesses!We are seeking a dynamic Brand Sales Manager to be responsible for managing major sales programs and strategic planning initiatives within a specific department of the business to ensure that all sales targets are met. This position works closely with order entry, claims, schematics and retail associates to increase sales volume within a specific revenue range. This role is responsible for a total annual revenue greater than $1,000,000. This incumbent may be dedicated to servicing several significant clients or may be responsible for multiple (15 or more) clients' goals, while also encompassing customer relations and implementation.Take this opportunity to join North America's leading business solutions provider and build your career working with amazing people in a growing industry! Apply today!What we offer:Full-Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)401(k) with company matchTraining and Career DevelopmentGenerous Paid Time-OffResponsibilities:Implement marketing strategies and analyze trends and results to achieve department/client income and expense budget goals.Identify opportunities and align business unit resources to secure those opportunities.Meet and/or exceed Client's goals for sales, distribution, pricing, shelving and promotional volume.Secures Client approved schematics for all Clients' brands by providing directions and communication to our schematic, reset and retail departments.Organize the business unit team to retain and expand upon all client relationships.Facilitate communication, opportunities, challenges, and workflow to other team members and attend all Client meetings and reviews.Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Business or equivalent experience required8 or more years of experience in applicable fieldStrong sales presentation and development skillsStrong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skillsTrack record of building and maintaining customer/client relationshipsWorking knowledge of syndicated dataResponsibilitiesThe Company is one of North America's leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.Essential Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesRevenue Budget AchievementAchieve P&L targets; manage business for each client(s) assignedImplement marketing strategies and analyze trends and results to achieve department/client income and expense budget goalsMonitor and drive revenue growth through efficient management of promotional spending within guidelines on assigned lines; identify opportunities and align business unit resources to secure those opportunitiesClient Quota AchievementMeet and/or exceed Client's goals for sales, distribution, pricing, shelving and promotional volumeIdentify and provide standard available services to support the "Customer as Clients"Launch strategies to pursue new opportunitiesClient Key Performance Indicators AchievementManage and maximize manufacturer marketing/promotional funds to achieve sales goals while staying within financial guidelinesSecures Client approved schematics for all Clients' brands by providing directions and communication to our schematic, reset and retail departmentsImplement customer headquarter calls and penetrate key positions at retailerDepartment Business ManagementOrganize business unit team to retain and expand upon all client relationshipsAssist team to navigate in the larger ASM organization to align needed resources and support to ensure specific client and/or customer initiative successFacilitate communication, opportunities, challenges, and workflow to other team members and attend all Client meetings and reviewsSupervisory ResponsibilitiesDirect Reports-May hire, retain, train, coach, guide, direct and develop direct reports using company-wide processes, tools and resourcesIndirect ReportsMay delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reportsTravel and/or Driving RequirementsDriving is not an essential duty and function of this jobTravel is an essential duty and function of this job 20%Minimum QualificationsThe following are the minimum job-related qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the jobEducation Level: (Required): Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experienceField of Study/Area of Experience: Business8 or more years of experience in applicable fieldSkills, Knowledge and AbilitiesStrong sales presentation and development skillsStrong interpersonal skillsStrong written communication and verbal communication skillsWell-organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environmentTrack record of building and maintaining customer/client relationshipsWorking knowledge of syndicated dataStrong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and web-browsersEnvironmental & Physical RequirementsOffice / Sedentary RequirementsIncumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.Additional Information Regarding The Company Job Duties and Job DescriptionsJob duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one's supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.Important InformationThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified.The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.Job Locations US-NY-Buffalo | US-NY-RochesterPrimary Posting Location : City BuffaloPrimary Posting Location : State/Province NYPrimary Posting Location : Postal Code 14225Primary Posting Location : Country USRequisition ID View phone number on click.appcast.ioPosition Type Full TimeCategory Business DevelopmentMinimum USD $65,000.00/Yr.Maximum USD $75,000.00/Yr.

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