Retail Account Manager - Costco
The Bluebird Group, Minneapolis, MN, United States
Job Description
The Bluebird Group is a manufacturer’s representative and consulting firm serving as an invaluable partner to some of the most innovative brands and multinational retailers. We are seeking a Retail Account Manager to work on our Costco team.
As a Retail Account Manager, you will be responsible for driving successful business partnerships between Costco and our vendor partners through forecasting, analytics, inventory flow optimization, and effective communication.
We Offer The Following Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
HSA
Short-term and long-term disability
Life Insurance
401(k)
Cell Phone Plan or Reimbursement
Parking/Commuting Stipend (for those working in our Minneapolis office)
Job Duties
Build strong relationships with both our vendors’ operations teams and Costco’s buying teams
Demand Planning/Forecasting – facilitate and analyze forecasts to optimize the business for both the vendor and Costco
Monitor in-stock needs and provide a proactive strategy to solve the stock problem
Analyze vendor performance metrics and identify issues and root-causes, ultimately solving vendor performance issues or problems
Monitor customer purchase orders
Setup and Maintain new items within Costco
Provide vendors with at least weekly sell-through analytics and other information to help optimize the business
Maintain accurate records regarding program agreements, pricing, product information, order status, planning issues and vendor set-ups
Ensure that the internal accounting system is up-to-date with accurate shipping and invoicing information for cash flow purposes
Assist in new vendor setup for all new brands launching at Costco
Assist in Smarter Sorting registration for brands
Assist in Syndigo content
Job Requirements
Ability to analyze data, identify issues and make recommendations
Clear and effective communication skills, both verbal and written
Strong initiative and the ability to work independently with little supervision
Effective organization skills and the ability to multi-task
Working knowledge of Costco’s processes and systems
Functional knowledge of MS Excel (sorting/grouping data, pivot tables, v lookups, etc)
This position may require some travel
Experience/Qualifications
Four year college degree preferred
Experience working with Costco on the retail or vendor side
Disclaimer: This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, might be required.
Bluebird is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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As a Retail Account Manager, you will be responsible for driving successful business partnerships between Costco and our vendor partners through forecasting, analytics, inventory flow optimization, and effective communication.
We Offer The Following Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
HSA
Short-term and long-term disability
Life Insurance
401(k)
Cell Phone Plan or Reimbursement
Parking/Commuting Stipend (for those working in our Minneapolis office)
Job Duties
Build strong relationships with both our vendors’ operations teams and Costco’s buying teams
Demand Planning/Forecasting – facilitate and analyze forecasts to optimize the business for both the vendor and Costco
Monitor in-stock needs and provide a proactive strategy to solve the stock problem
Analyze vendor performance metrics and identify issues and root-causes, ultimately solving vendor performance issues or problems
Monitor customer purchase orders
Setup and Maintain new items within Costco
Provide vendors with at least weekly sell-through analytics and other information to help optimize the business
Maintain accurate records regarding program agreements, pricing, product information, order status, planning issues and vendor set-ups
Ensure that the internal accounting system is up-to-date with accurate shipping and invoicing information for cash flow purposes
Assist in new vendor setup for all new brands launching at Costco
Assist in Smarter Sorting registration for brands
Assist in Syndigo content
Job Requirements
Ability to analyze data, identify issues and make recommendations
Clear and effective communication skills, both verbal and written
Strong initiative and the ability to work independently with little supervision
Effective organization skills and the ability to multi-task
Working knowledge of Costco’s processes and systems
Functional knowledge of MS Excel (sorting/grouping data, pivot tables, v lookups, etc)
This position may require some travel
Experience/Qualifications
Four year college degree preferred
Experience working with Costco on the retail or vendor side
Disclaimer: This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, might be required.
Bluebird is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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