Business Manager, Own Brands

Job Location San Antonio, Texas 78201, United States Job Summary Business Manager We build people, brands and businesses! We are looking for a dynamic Business Manager to join one of our account teams. Reporting to a Senior Business Manager or Director, this position is responsible for the overall management of a single account with limited categories and limited team functions or a key category or categories within a larger account in the brokerage business. This role will have responsibilities within the execution of strategic plans, business plans, budgeting and hiring for the account team. Take this opportunity to join North America's leading business solutions provider and build your career working with amazing people in a growing industry! Benefits Full‑Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life) 401(k) with company match Training and Career Development Generous Paid Time‑Off Responsibilities Achieve budgeted goals for area of accountability. Perform, coordinate and lead the analysis and development of marketing plans, product promotions, advertising, in‑store displays, merchandising strategies and inventory forecasting. Ensure execution of the Large Account Management Process framework to identify the most critical initiatives and relationships and work with the team to lay out short‑and‑long‑term plans to achieve relationships at the appropriate level for the account or assigned category business unit. Demonstrate functional expertise in all facets of Private Brand & Branding via on‑the‑job development, educational and networking opportunities. Attract, develop and retain key talent to enable the execution of the collective goals of the customer and the enterprise. Execute new strategic initiatives for the account or the assigned categories. Support the account team in the development of sales plans. Effectively negotiate supplier commission rates to grow category or team revenue. Manage assigned categories, perform analysis, and develop and recommend strategy within assigned area of responsibility. Interpret trends and sales analysis data to assist Senior Business Manager. Perform increasingly complex interactions with suppliers, including rate negotiation. Collaborate and partner with marketing resources, both internal and external. Assist in needs for innovation and demonstrate increased innovation and autonomy around marketing, brand management and consumer data analytics. Perform activities in a consultative manner, influencing and convincing buyers, effectively selling various services. Qualifications Bachelor's degree required; MBA/Graduate Degree preferred. 3–5 years of professional work experience in building and nurturing brands; private brand management a plus. Experience in product development, marketing, retail, category management and logistics. Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams. Ability to contribute to setting and achieving budgets. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Conflict management, decision‑making and prioritizing skills. Excellent customer service skills. Track record of building and maintaining customer/client relationships. Ability to visualize and plan objectives and goals strategically. Additional Requirements Travel and/or driving are not essential duties or functions of this job. Equal Employment Opportunity 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. 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, and enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Daymon Worldwide