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Future Account Manager Opportunities - Branded Merchandise & Sales Growth

BDA, Chicago, IL, United States

Job type: Full Time


Future Account Manager Opportunities – Branded Merchandise & Sales Growth Future Account Manager Opportunities – Branded Merchandise & Sales Growth
Location: Various U.S. and International Locations | Apply now to be considered for future openings
Industry: Promotional Merchandise, Branded Goods, Client Account Growth
Note: This post is for future roles and not tied to an active opening.
Have you been following BDA and are eager to be considered for an opportunity with us?
We understand that excitement—and we appreciate it. If you're in sales or account management and haven't seen a current role that matches your background just yet, this post is for you.
We're always looking for talented professionals to help us grow and support client partnerships, and if there may not be an active opening that matches today, we want to get to know you a bit more — so we're ready when the right fit opens up.
Why Apply Now?
We frequently bring on new clients with very specific needs, such as:
Industry expertise (Automotive, Sports, Retail, Fitness, Tech, and more)
Local presence in a certain geographic area
Specific sales experience (e.g., enterprise selling, merchandising, promotional campaigns, pop-ups)
By applying now and completing our brief questionnaire, you give us the tools to:
Understand your background, location, and areas of expertise
Flag your profile when a great-fit opportunity opens up
Reach out directly before we post the role publicly
* Important Note: We value transparency. We review your questionnaire and resume side by side. If your responses don't match your experience, your candidacy may no longer be considered.
What These Roles Typically Involve
While every client and opportunity is different, most Account Manager roles at BDA involve:
Developing and growing relationships with new and existing clients
Delivering creative branded merchandise programs that align with a company's brand and campaign goals
Serving as a subject matter expert in all things branding and merchandising
Managing product pitches, asking the right questions, and onsite/virtual client meetings
Collaborating cross-functionally with sales ops, marketing, sourcing, and logistics teams
Using Salesforce to manage your pipeline, forecasting, and performance tracking
Building and executing account strategies that drive growth and impact
You Might Be a Great Fit If You:
Have experience in sales, client management, or branded merchandise
Are proactive, curious, and great at asking the right questions
Know how to build long-term partnerships through strategy and service
Have worked with Fortune 500 clients—or are ready to grow into it
Are based near (or open to working near) key client locations
Thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and forward-thinking environment
Are energized by building something meaningful alongside great teammates
Note: While experience with enterprise accounts is a plus, it's not required. We value hunger, humility, and transferable skills.
About BDA
Bensussen Deutsch & Associates, LLC (BDA) is a global leader in branded merchandise and marketing services for some of the world's most recognized brands—think AT&T, Dell, Major League Sports, Corona, FedEx, GitHub, Orangetheory Fitness, Coca-Cola, and ExxonMobil.
With 40+ years of experience, we deliver high-impact merchandise solutions through strategy, speed, and creativity.
Fun Facts
BDA ranks #6 on Counselor's Top 40 Distributors (2025)
CEO Jay Deutsch was named to the Top 10 of Counselor's Power 50 in 2024
Named a Best Place to Work in Sports by Sports Business Journal
No Current Openings? No Problem.
Apply now to be considered for future roles. We'll keep your information on file and reach out when your background aligns with new client opportunities.
BDA is more than a workplace - it's a family. For more than four decades we've promoted a vibrant and welcoming culture that not only accepts but demands you to be different. The quirky, the bold, the creative and the unique make up the foundation of a company that the most iconic brands in the world look to help tell their story through the power of merchandise. BDA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.