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Business Account Manager IV

Acosta Sales & Marketing, Jacksonville, FL, United States


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As a

Business Account Manager IV

, you’ll lead strategic growth across complex regional and national customers—owning the plan, shaping the strategy, and delivering results that matter. This role is ideal for a commercially savvy leader who blends customer partnership, analytics, and cross‑functional influence. RESPONSIBILITIES

Act as the

primary strategic partner

to regional client leadership, delivering consistent experiences and strong business outcomes

Develop and execute

customer‑specific growth strategies

aligned with retailer and manufacturer priorities and VP/MD strategic intent

Own

annual and quarterly business planning

, guiding Customer Managers to optimize execution

Lead the

Business Planning process

, partnering with Insights, Planning, and Channel teams to improve performance across key metrics

Analyze

promotions, trade spend, forecasts vs. actuals, and volume trends

to drive smarter decisions

Manage

base volume forecasts, item distribution, promotional strategy, and innovation execution

Enable and coach

Customer Managers

, measuring effectiveness and elevating performance

Align with

Region Broker Managers

to identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and strengthen execution

Translate

category, brand, consumer/shopper, channel, and retail insights

into actionable plans

Leverage

Nielsen and syndicated data

to inform strategic and tactical trade decisions

Ensure strong

trade fund management

, transparency, and ROI focus

Conduct

pre‑ and post‑event analysis

and ad‑hoc financial assessments

Set

customer‑level distribution and merchandising targets

with insight‑driven activation plans

Participate in

key customer sales calls

as a strategic partner

Build and deliver content for

CROSSVIEW Business Reviews

Ensure all client plans are

accurately built and maintained in CROSSVIEW and trade planning systems

QUALIFICATIONS

What You Bring

Bachelor’s degree from a four‑year university

3-7+ years of progressive experience

in sales or marketing, with proven success managing

highly complex regional and/or national chain customers

Strong leadership presence with the ability to

influence, align, and lead through others

without direct authority

Highly developed

relationship‑building, networking, and stakeholder management

skills

Demonstrated strength in

sales strategy, business planning, and strategic thinking

Ability to

prioritize competing demands

, manage ambiguity, and consistently deliver on commitments

Hands‑on experience working with

Nielsen and other syndicated data sources

to drive insights and decisions

Strong analytical mindset with comfort in

financial analysis, forecasting, and performance measurement

Proficiency in

Excel and PowerPoint

, with the ability to translate data into compelling business stories

Experience

leading or overseeing Trade Specialists

or similar roles preferred

Comfortable working across

office and field environments

, with the ability to travel

30%

as business needs require

English required;

bilingual skills a plus

based on business needs

PHYSICAL DEMAND

Stationary position -

Consistently

Move, Traverse -

Occasionally

Bend -

Consistently

Stoop -

Occasionally

Climbing -

Rarely

Lifting If yes, what is the maximum amount of weight:

15 lbs.

Pushing If yes, that is the maximum amount of weight:

15 lbs.

Listening -

Consistently

Carrying -

Occasionally

#DiscoverYourPath ABOUT US

CROSSMARK is a part of Acosta Group – a collective of the industry’s most trusted retail, marketing and foodservice agencies reimagining the way people connect with brands at every point in their shopping journey. At CROSSMARK, we help leading brands grow by connecting them with shoppers where it matters most—in stores and online. As a trusted sales and marketing agency, we specialize in delivering tailored solutions to drive retail success through strategic merchandising, product demonstrations, and data-driven insights. We value our people by recognizing everyday wins and fostering a supportive, collaborative environment—both in person and online. Here, achievements are celebrated, work‑life balance is prioritized, and everyone feels valued. Diversity is our strength—it fuels innovation, unlocks our potential, and reinforces our commitment to fairness and inclusion. Above all, we foster a growth environment where every team member can connect, develop, and build a fulfilling career. Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and will ensure that applicants with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact AskHR@acosta.com. Be sure to include "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject of your email to expedite the request. Acosta Group believes in good faith that the minimum and maximum annual salary or hourly compensation range for this opportunity is accurate and reasonable at the time of posting. Acosta Group utilizes E-Verify for validating the ability to work in the United States for all job candidates. If you want more information on what this entails and your rights as a job applicant, please use the link provided to access information on our use of E-Verify and your right to work. Employer Resources (e-verify.gov) By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions of Use. #DiscoverYourPath Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer Job Category:

Administration Position Type:

Full time Business Unit:

Sales Salary Range:

$94,400.00 - $110,000.00 Company:

Crossmark Inc.

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