Account Manager, Supplier Marketing Solutions

Job Description:

We are looking for an account manager with knowledge of marketing and ecommerce in the firearms industry to join our team. Supplier Marketing Solutions works within our Merchandising and Supply Chain Management cluster. The role focuses on the selling of marketing services as well as implementing and overseeing marketing programs for our supplier accounts. Supplier Marketing Solutions Account Managers work with OpticsPlanet and CampSaver suppliers to provide them with opportunities to market their products through our channels.

Responsibilities:

• Manage relationships with key suppliers and serve as a marketing resource for suppliers within the organization.
• Negotiate with suppliers on marketing budgets and compile strategic marketing plans which will achieve increased sales for participating suppliers.
• Collaborate with various teams within the Marketing cluster to implement brand-specific marketing campaigns.
• Become familiar with the basics of the product categories OpticsPlanet and CampSaver carry through interactions with suppliers and product training.
• Participate in a variety of projects and initiatives related to brands and suppliers.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of Account Management, Sales, Marketing or Ecommerce experience
• Ability to manage 50+ supplier accounts
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent/relevant experience
• Retail/e-commerce experience is preferred
• Knowledge of the firearms, hunting, law enforcement, military, and/or outdoor industries
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic and ability to multitask
• Extreme attention to detail: communication, messaging, writing, presentation
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A sharp mind with an ability to grasp concepts quickly and work out solutions to complex logic problems
• Ability to understand and analyze complex data to make informed decisions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically MS Excel
• High comfort level with software and technology in general

Benefits

• Medical Insurance from Blue Cross Blue Shield, including HSA, HMO, and PPO options.
• Prescription, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Employer-paid employee assistance program.
• Generous FTO (flexible time off).
• 401k retirement benefits plan with a company match.
• Voluntary legal support services, pet insurance & identity theft protection.
• Salary commensurate with work experience and education.

Ecentria is the winner of many prestigious HR-driven awards, including:

• Best & Brightest Place to Work in Chicago, 2022
• Best & Brightest Place to Work in Chicago, 2021
• Best & Brightest Place to Work in Chicago, 2020
• Best & Brightest Place to Work in Chicago, 2019
• Top Workplace in Chicago (Chicago Tribune Award), 2021
• Top Workplace in Chicago (Chicago Tribune Award), 2019
• Top Workplace in Chicago, (Chicago Tribune Award), 2018
• Best & Brightest Place to Work in the Nation, 2022
• Best & Brightest Place to Work in the Nation, 2019
• Best & Brightest Place to Work in the Nation, 2018

Ecentria and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.  Ecentria and its affiliates are Drug Free Workplaces.

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