Customer Manager – Natural Channel

Acosta

. Drive new item distribution and ensure timely speed-to-shelf execution .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • United StatesJunior💰 $57,420 - $70,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in sales growth, account management, and retail execution, with a strong focus on building relationships and maximizing distribution opportunities. Proficient in utilizing Microsoft Office tools for effective communication and reporting within the Natural and Specialty retail channels.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Sales GrowthAccount ManagementRetail ExecutionMerchandisingMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Sales AdministrationMarket SurveysPlanogram CompliancePromotional ExecutionProduct AssortmentCompetitive AnalysisSpace ManagementRetail ExecutionAccount Performance MonitoringCustomer Relationship Management

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsPresentation SkillsAbility to Handle Multiple Projects

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft PowerPointMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft OutlookWeb-Based Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

CPG IndustryNatural Retail ChannelSpecialty Retail ChannelRetail PartnershipsPromotional Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive new item distribution and ensure timely speed-to-shelf execution
Maintain planogram, merchandising, and promotional compliance
Conduct product assortment, pricing, and competitive market surveys
Sell and execute promotional programs to maximize sales opportunities
Identify and secure incremental distribution and display opportunities
Merchandise products to enhance visibility, availability, and sales performance
Build and maintain strong relationships with retail partners and decision-makers
Communicate regularly with Customer Managers and internal teams regarding execution priorities, new item launches, discontinuations, promotions, resets, and retail events
Monitor account performance and identify opportunities to improve sales and execution
Manage multiple key accounts at the corporate level and select independent accounts within an assigned territory
Drive sales growth, expand distribution, build customer relationships, and ensure retail execution across Natural and Specialty retail accounts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Arts Degree or equivalent work experience
Minimum of six months of relevant experience in retail (CPG industry), marketing, space management, and/or resets
Sales administration or finance experience preferred
Expertise in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Outlook
Thorough knowledge of web-based applications
Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with strong organizational skills
Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines
Proven ability to build relationships and influence retail partners
Experience in sales, merchandising, account management, or retail execution
Knowledge of the Natural and Specialty retail channel preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and reporting tools
Valid driver's license and ability to travel within the assigned territory
Ability to meet physical requirements including seeing, color perception, lifting 50 lbs., travel, listening, pushing/pulling, and carrying 20 lbs.
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