Business Manager

Acosta

. Deliver principals' volume, share, and sales fundamental goals, including merchandising, assortment, pricing, and shelving, while maximizing company revenue.

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeCincinnati • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $72,600 - $90,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong sales acumen with a proven track record in sales, particularly within the food brokerage sector. Capable of developing and delivering effective sales presentations while maintaining relationships with principals and customers.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Sales ExperiencePresentation SkillsInterpersonal SkillsMicrosoft Office ProficiencyNegotiation Skills

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Hard Skills

Sales AnalysisMarket Pricing ReviewPromotional Plan ManagementAccount Distribution ManagementConceptual Sales Presentation Development

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Teams

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Food BrokerKroger ExperienceRetail SalesSales FundamentalsCustomer Relationship Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver principals' volume, share, and sales fundamental goals, including merchandising, assortment, pricing, and shelving, while maximizing company revenue.
Communicate principals' priorities to sales, technology, marketing, business, and retail selling teams.
Report to the General Manager or Team Leader and participate in developing, designing, and presenting Acosta introductions to new principals.
Develop and maintain relationships with principals and customers.
Coordinate communication between General Managers and key principals.
Collaborate with Retail Sales Managers on product introductions, selling drives, and contests.
Coordinate principals' market visits and key account calls.
Develop conceptual sales presentations aligned with principals' objectives.
Provide feedback on strategies, selling programs, and initiatives and recommend business improvements.
Maintain account distribution information and review market pricing and competitive activity.
Manage personal skill development and share customer/manufacturer information with team members.
Follow client procedures, manage promotional plans and fund balances, and monitor financial management issues such as deductions.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.
A proven track-record in sales; preferably with a food broker or national company.
Kroger experience a plus.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, presentation, negotiation, and sales skills.
Ability to analyze sales and marketing information needed to make effective sales presentations.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
Willing to travel mainly locally, up to 20%.
Sit for extended periods, typically 6+ hours per day.
Use a computer, including keyboard and mouse, for prolonged periods.
Lift and carry light items, typically 20+ pounds.
Reach, bend, or stoop occasionally to access files or office materials.
Maintain focus and attention for long periods of desk-based work.
Follow clear directions.
Perform repetitive motions consistently throughout the day.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Brokerage, commissions, bonuses, and contest earnings
Travel mainly local, up to 20%