Customer Account Associate - Neighborhood Grocery
Customer Account Associate - Neighborhood Grocery
Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow. At Nestl USA, we're all working towards the same goal to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity and responsibility to be there for every moment in our consumers' lives. Joining Nestl means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.
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Position SummaryThe Customer Account Associate is a key member of the Customer Account team, providing support to the Account Director/Senior Manager, Customer Account Managers (CAM), and/or Senior Customer Account Specialists (SCAS). The Associate ensures alignment with the team they support and oversees systems administration to ensure smooth team operations. This role is responsible for important tactical work that will drive efficiencies within the account team(s) and NGT.
Organization: Neighborhood Grocers Team (NGT is a dedicated Sales Team within Nestl USA that drives growth by partnering with a diverse network of neighborhood retailers and wholesalers across all NUSA Divisions) Team: C&S Customer Account Associate Division/Category Responsibilities: Wall to Wall, all Nestl USA Divisions/Categories Other: Position based in either the Arlington or Solon offices. Travel limited to team meetings or training Position ResponsibilitiesSpecific scope will be defined by your Account Leader.
Customer Account Associate
- Responsible for delivering support to help achieve annual sales targets, drive profitable sales, and share growth
- Assist Team with item setup, including entering relevant data into forms and/or systems
- Manage contract data entry and updates across portals, customer forms in support of all contract/contract changes in customer systems; confirm dates, lead times, and amounts, and review details with the Account Manager
- Responsible for automated customer reports (forecast details report, C&S in-full report, C&S inventory details report, impaired scorecards, invoice by item report, and C&S 'All Items' in distribution list)
- Responsible for tracking new item set ups, big bets, other ad hoc tracking & monitoring activities
- Manage sample ordering process and track sample inventory
- Organize team meetings and improve efficiency and support strategy for large-scale planning and joint business initiatives
- Gather ad tracking via Numerator and compile digital product and ad images
- Responsible for NRS communication & activities as guided by National Account Managers (sell sheets/booking sheets, etc.)
- Attend internal business meetings & customer meetings (as opportunities arise).
- Assist with Ad Hoc requests (planning session deck preparation)
Own personal development through adoption of capability tools and participation in career development programs
Develop critical behaviors (Ways of Winning) through robust PDP process
Develop Valued CapabilitiesBuild proficiency in the C&S, NGT and (where applicable) Retailer systems, reporting tools, and core workflows to enable efficient support of the team
Apply ongoing coaching and learning to strengthen skillset and support continuous performance growth
Integrated Approach: Team & Cross-Functional CommunicationActively ensure timely & effective communication with internal partners Leaders, CAMs, SCASs, Field Execution Teams (Nestl Retail Sales & Distributor Team), etc.
Required Skills and ExperienceBachelor's degree preferred, or 12 years of relevant work experience
Previous experience in an administrative or support role is preferred
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Familiarity with SharePoint and other collaboration tools is a plus
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational and time management skills are essential
Knowledge of sales fundamentals: pricing, promotion, assortment, merchandising is preferred
The approximate target compensation range for this role is $60K to $75K. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position. Nestl offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at Nestle in the US Benefits | Nestl Careers
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