Customer Manager

Acosta

. Cover the assigned territory and surrounding area .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeMinneapolis • Minnesota • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $37,400 - $45,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong sales acumen and relationship-building skills to effectively engage with store managers and buyers, driving performance objectives and optimal product placement. Proficient in utilizing technology for reporting and managing communications within a retail environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Sales ExperienceInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsBasic Excel ProficiencyOutlook Functionality

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Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

OutlookExcel

Industry Keywords

Retail SalesMerchandisingDistributionPromotional ProgramsMarket Activity

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Cover the assigned territory and surrounding area
Develop relationships with store managers, buyers, and personnel to achieve short- and long-term performance objectives
Sell promotional programs for displays at independent natural retailers purchasing from distributors
Sell incremental quantities for display and TPR based on OI programs through distributors
Obtain distribution and placement of client new items through distributors such as UNFI and KeHE
Identify and correct voids
Merchandise manufacturer products for optimal shelf placement
Attend retailer resets when requested
Complete audits and pricing surveys in stores
Communicate competitive and market activity to management
Use supplied technology to report results
Set and review performance against objectives with the Sales Manager
Report to the Retail Sales Manager or Senior Customer Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor Degree or equivalent work experience
Sales experience
Strong interpersonal, organizational and sales skills
Ability to work effectively with team members, peers, management and external customer contacts
Home space to store samples that are readily accessible and securely stored
Basic Office (Outlook, Excel) functionality comprehension required
Proficiency in managing Outlook email and calendar, as well as basic Excel workbooks
Ability to work in the United States, validated through E-Verify

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible scheduling options for many field roles
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities
Equal opportunity employment