Retail Business Manager

Job Opportunity: Retail Business Manager

Are you a dynamic, results-driven professional with a passion for optimizing business operations and forging strong customer partnerships? We're looking for a Retail Business Manager to be the linchpin between our external sales teams, customers, and cross-functional partners. If you excel in business process management, planning, analysis, and communication, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this role is for you!

Key Responsibilities:

Business and Process Management

• Identify and drive improvements in P&L Management, Forecasting, and Supply Chain processes.
• Manage weekly margin and review critical action items with sales teams.
• Spearhead customer ideations and private label opportunities.
• Update departmental SOPs and manage product initiatives and promotions.
• Handle urgent QA responses and demonstrate proficiency in necessary systems (SAP, AFO, BI, CRM, etc.).
• Find opportunities to boost bottom line growth and exceed KPIs.

Planning, Analysis, and Communication

• Own and exceed profitability and volume targets.
• Lead Price FX management and forecast validation for base and promotional volumes.
• Coordinate with sales on distressed products and annual budgeting.
• Manage accrual balances and cross-functional communication for new business alerts and launches.
• Develop and present customer-specific insights and data.

Reporting and Administration

• Develop one-page plans with BD/AE, monitor marketing programs, and manage pricing implementation.
• Oversee new customer setup, pricing, and system compliance.
• Coordinate samples, manage complaints, and execute quarterly reviews and updates.

Team Collaboration

• Attend cross-functional meetings and product cuttings.
• Participate in organizational development and team CFG activities.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in analytics, sales, or a related field.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a high sense of urgency.
• Ability to thrive both independently and within a diverse team.
• Proficiency in Excel and other systems, with skills in pivot tables, V-lookups, and data manipulation.

If you're ready to take on a role that offers a blend of strategic planning, customer engagement, and operational excellence, we want to hear from you. Apply today and be a part of our vibrant team!

Application Note:
Clemens Food Group is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search or staffing firms. All resumes submitted by search or staffing firms to any employee at Clemens Food Group via email, the Internet, or directly without a valid written search agreement for this role, and without having been asked to participate in this by Talent Acquisition, will be deemed the sole property of Clemens Food Group, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired. Firms not authorized to submit candidates will not be eligible for any fee or ownership claim.