Nestlé SA
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At Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal – to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity – and responsibility – to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives.
Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk‑taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
The Senior Customer Account Specialist (SCAS) is directly responsible for supporting Global Culinary East Accounts and will report to the Senior Manager for GCK Sales East. This is a unique opportunity to be the contact for assigned customers and categories to drive category growth and achieve annual sales and commercial spend targets.
The customer responsibilities for this SCAS role may include Ahold‑Delhaize Great Local Brands. This SCAS role customers/responsibilities are subject to change based on the needs of the business.
Location: The role will be in the Arlington, Virginia Nestle Office.
Responsibilities
Drive category growth and achieve annual sales and commercial spend targets
Develop category driving business plans such as new item presentations, 4P focused initiatives, and other customer presentations
Where appropriate, support in Business Planning tools through proper distribution tracking, promotion administration, forecasting, and deduction management
Utilize key tools from the Data and Reporting Team to support 4P objectives
Identify insights and specific opportunities based on analysis of category reports generated by the Data and Reporting Team and provide recommendations
Partner with Shopper Marketing and Category Management to transform shopper insights into action
Partner with the Data and Reporting team to transform 4Ps analytics and insights into action
Effectively manage commercial spend to achieve sales volume goals and trade spend goals, including administration, record keeping/reconciliation, tracking and follow‑up
Collaborate with CAMs and/or RGM/TFS on financial reconciliation monthly
Responsible for timely and effective communication of customer/category and forecast information
For customer presentations, develop/customize category plan-based selling stories regarding assortment, new items, pricing, promotions, display/merchandising tactics, and plans
Participate in the development of Customer Category Business Plan(s) with customer(s) and work with customer personnel to drive the execution of the customer category plan
Improve selling capabilities and add customer value through improved analytics and insights, and continuous improvement
Ensure timely and professional participation in career development programs
Drive one's own development through the adoption of capability tools
Develop critical behaviors through robust PDP process
Peer Coach and provide training to analysts
Actively ensure effective communication with Team Leader, NGT (Leaders, CAMs, Associates), NRS, Indirect Team Account Associate, and Cross‑functional partners
Drive excellence in execution through continual interaction with Nestle Retail Sales team and Distributor Sales team, as applicable
Requirements
University Degree (BA/BS) or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years of related work experience
1+ years of experience in a previous Account Management role, or similar experience
Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
Experience with syndicated data such as Circana & Nielsen
Experience in leading/owning projects on previous teams
Successfully delivered on KPI objectives in previous roles
Good working knowledge of channel of trade customer base in Grocery, Mass, and New Business
Skills
Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the sales fundamentals
Strong communication skills, both oral and written, strong judgement in decision making, good problem‑solving skills, thinks strategically, and a customer service orientation
Takes the initiative to execute with minimal supervision
Challenges current processes, generating innovative suggestions that improve performance even beyond own role
Take immediate action to resolve issues or potential issues, ensuring stakeholders are properly communicated to about the potential impact
Puts in persistent and if necessary, extra effort to accomplish goals and maintain a high level of productivity
Proactively identifies opportunities beyond what is expected in own role
77098701
It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace. To our veterans and separated service members, you’re at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you’ve gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.
The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1‑800‑321‑6467.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
Nearest Major Market:
Arlington Virginia Nearest Secondary Market:
Washington DC
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At Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal – to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity – and responsibility – to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives.
Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk‑taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
The Senior Customer Account Specialist (SCAS) is directly responsible for supporting Global Culinary East Accounts and will report to the Senior Manager for GCK Sales East. This is a unique opportunity to be the contact for assigned customers and categories to drive category growth and achieve annual sales and commercial spend targets.
The customer responsibilities for this SCAS role may include Ahold‑Delhaize Great Local Brands. This SCAS role customers/responsibilities are subject to change based on the needs of the business.
Location: The role will be in the Arlington, Virginia Nestle Office.
Responsibilities
Drive category growth and achieve annual sales and commercial spend targets
Develop category driving business plans such as new item presentations, 4P focused initiatives, and other customer presentations
Where appropriate, support in Business Planning tools through proper distribution tracking, promotion administration, forecasting, and deduction management
Utilize key tools from the Data and Reporting Team to support 4P objectives
Identify insights and specific opportunities based on analysis of category reports generated by the Data and Reporting Team and provide recommendations
Partner with Shopper Marketing and Category Management to transform shopper insights into action
Partner with the Data and Reporting team to transform 4Ps analytics and insights into action
Effectively manage commercial spend to achieve sales volume goals and trade spend goals, including administration, record keeping/reconciliation, tracking and follow‑up
Collaborate with CAMs and/or RGM/TFS on financial reconciliation monthly
Responsible for timely and effective communication of customer/category and forecast information
For customer presentations, develop/customize category plan-based selling stories regarding assortment, new items, pricing, promotions, display/merchandising tactics, and plans
Participate in the development of Customer Category Business Plan(s) with customer(s) and work with customer personnel to drive the execution of the customer category plan
Improve selling capabilities and add customer value through improved analytics and insights, and continuous improvement
Ensure timely and professional participation in career development programs
Drive one's own development through the adoption of capability tools
Develop critical behaviors through robust PDP process
Peer Coach and provide training to analysts
Actively ensure effective communication with Team Leader, NGT (Leaders, CAMs, Associates), NRS, Indirect Team Account Associate, and Cross‑functional partners
Drive excellence in execution through continual interaction with Nestle Retail Sales team and Distributor Sales team, as applicable
Requirements
University Degree (BA/BS) or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years of related work experience
1+ years of experience in a previous Account Management role, or similar experience
Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
Experience with syndicated data such as Circana & Nielsen
Experience in leading/owning projects on previous teams
Successfully delivered on KPI objectives in previous roles
Good working knowledge of channel of trade customer base in Grocery, Mass, and New Business
Skills
Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the sales fundamentals
Strong communication skills, both oral and written, strong judgement in decision making, good problem‑solving skills, thinks strategically, and a customer service orientation
Takes the initiative to execute with minimal supervision
Challenges current processes, generating innovative suggestions that improve performance even beyond own role
Take immediate action to resolve issues or potential issues, ensuring stakeholders are properly communicated to about the potential impact
Puts in persistent and if necessary, extra effort to accomplish goals and maintain a high level of productivity
Proactively identifies opportunities beyond what is expected in own role
77098701
It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace. To our veterans and separated service members, you’re at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you’ve gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.
The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1‑800‑321‑6467.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
Nearest Major Market:
Arlington Virginia Nearest Secondary Market:
Washington DC
#J-18808-Ljbffr