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“Ever wondered what it really takes to get your favorite products perfectly stocked and delivered, right when you need them? Meet the silent force behind it all: the FMCG Account Manager.” An account manager’s role is anything but ordinary. They don’t just sell—they: 🔑 Build partnerships that last longer than the latest trends. 🚀 Turn obstacles into opportunities. 📊 Strategically connect brands with customers to win in competitive markets. Think of them as the architects of FMCG growth. They handle the pressure, the problem-solving, and the people skills all at once. What’s the ONE thing you think makes them stand out in today’s market? #FMCG #SalesExcellence #CustomerPartnership

Excited to Share My Journey and Expertise! With over two decades of experience in the retail and consumer goods industry, I’ve had the privilege of working with some incredible individuals and companies, including Campbells, Coca Cola Southwest Beverages, Walmart. My roles have spanned from sales and merchandising to customer satisfaction, inventory management, and beyond. Throughout my career, I’ve been driven by a passion for excellence and a relentless focus on building strong customer relationships. Whether it’s developing innovative sales strategies, enhancing merchandising techniques, or fostering community engagement, my goal has always been to drive business growth and deliver exceptional results. Current Role: Outside Sales Representative at Acosta Sales and Marketing (Campbells Team) in Easton, PA and surrounding area. Previous Role: Retail Sales Merchandiser at Crossmark, SAS Retail Services, Coca Cola Southwest Beverages, and more. Along with different roles within the field and the office both as a manager and a leader. Community Engagement: Founder of two networking groups. The first strictly for the community and businesses within to interact with each other and get to know each other. The second focused only on retail professionals throughout the world and having discussions, topics, etc. with them. I'm particularly proud of the initiatives I've led to foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing within the retail industry. My transition from urban life to embracing the countryside has enriched my perspective, allowing me to explore new adventures and engage deeply with my community. I'm always eager to connect with like-minded professionals and explore new opportunities. Whether you're looking for expert advice on retail strategy, need help with merchandising, or simply want to share insights, I'd love to hear from you! Looking forward to connecting! #Retail #Sales #Merchandising #CustomerSatisfaction #RetailConsulting #Networking #BusinessGrowth #CommunityEngagement

Something I have learned working with hundreds of brands in my career is - effective retail channel management is essential for profitable, sustainable growth. Smart brands build out price pack architecture early instead of wheeling and dealing their way into unsustainable market pricing that impacts the brand & retailer P&Ls. Smart brands engage with multiple retailers early, building relationships across the market to choose the right partner for exclusives and LTOs and to manage the relationship for beyond the exclusive time period. I have seen brands put all of your strategic eggs in one basket for a long period of time and then wonder why the rest of the market is not eager to partner with them. By working across multiple retailers, you expand your consumer reach, mitigate risk, and gain valuable negotiation leverage. Retailers are always watching industry trends, so staying proactive in your partnerships can give you a competitive edge. Effective channel management is a valuable benefit of working with Harvest Group as we work across multiple key retailers. We build unique strategies for each brand, based on their strengths and opportunities and our knowledge of the retailers strategies. Get your channel management right. Reach out to Harvest Group to learn more about our approach.

You Just hired as Retail Manager for other brand that you never dialed with ‼️❓ Hear is my advice what to do at you early stage of your new challenge Starting a new role as a Retail Manager is both exciting and challenging. It’s an opportunity to bring fresh ideas while adapting to the company’s culture and strategies. Here’s my advice to make the most of this transition and set yourself up for success: 1. Understand the Brand and Vision • Spend time learning about the company’s mission, values, and long-term goals. • Analyze the brand’s positioning in the market and understand how your role aligns with its objectives. 2. Assess the Current Operations • Visit stores and interact with staff to observe the day-to-day operations. • Review existing KPIs, sales performance, and customer feedback to identify strengths and weaknesses. 3. Engage with the Team • Build relationships with store managers, team leaders, and other key stakeholders. • Listen to their insights and challenges—they’re your biggest asset in understanding the business. 4. Analyze the Customer Base • Dive deep into customer data to understand who they are, what they want, and their shopping behaviors. • Conduct store visits to observe customer interactions firsthand. 5. Identify Quick Wins • Look for opportunities to improve operational efficiency, boost sales, or enhance the customer experience. • Focus on small, impactful changes to build credibility and momentum early on. 6. Develop a Strategic Plan • Based on your observations, create a 30/60/90-day plan outlining your priorities. • Align your plan with company leadership and ensure it complements the overall business strategy. 7. Stay Open to Learning • No two companies are the same—what worked before might not work now. • Be adaptable, stay curious, and continually seek feedback to refine your approach. Starting strong as a Retail Manager isn’t about changing everything overnight; it’s about understanding, adapting, and building trust. Focus on aligning with the company’s vision while delivering value in your unique way. What advice would you share with someone stepping into a new retail management role? Let’s discuss in the comments! #Retail

In this short, Rashi Goel shares her story when she got a role in sales & marketing at her first job. She talks about her sales life with L’Oréal in detail and shares her initial struggles with it. She explains why sales jobs are so demanding & target oriented. Falling short to fulfill them, results in criticism, creating a culture of fear that drives them to push harder to succeed. Here, success relies on proactive efforts to convince retailers to commit to purchasing stock. If you liked the short, please watch the full conversation here- https://lnkd.in/dG6jw-y8 #salesjobs

How an experienced Retail Manager would make for a great Retail Senior Vice President. A retail manager with over 25 years of experience in the retail industry would make a great senior level VP due to having extensive hands-on knowledge and deep understanding of store-level operations, which provides a solid foundation for strategic decision-making and leadership at the executive level. A proven track record of managing significant revenue streams and leading large, high-performing teams demonstrates the capability to drive business growth and operational excellence. With firsthand experience navigating the evolving retail landscape, particularly post-COVID, one possess unique insights into market trends, customer behavior, and industry shifts. Being an expertise in inventory management, visual merchandising, KPI-driven performance, and new store openings speicalist equips one with the skills necessary to innovate and implement effective strategies across multiple stores, ensuring the organization remains competitive and successful. This combination of ground-level experience and strategic vision makes one exceptionally well-suited to excel as a Retail Senior Vice President. #careergoals #VPlevelretailexperience #25years #newstoreopeningspecialist #retailseniorvicepresidentcandidate