Associate Business Manager, Own Brands

Associate Business Manager, Own Brands

Job locations: US-VA-Chesapeake | US-VA-Norfolk | US-VA-Virginia Beach

Requisition : | Position Type:
Full Time | Category:
Client Services/Account Management

Salary: USD $50,800.00 – $63,500.00 per year

Associate Business Manager at our Company, growing People, Brands, and Businesses. Entry level position in Business Management receiving guidance from senior BM and required to have strong decision‑making skills.

• Full‑time benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)
• 401(k) with company match
• Training and career development
• Generous paid time‑off

• Support specific private label products/categories through analysis and development of marketing plans, product promotions, advertising, in‑store displays and merchandising strategies.
• Assist with new product development and trend & sales data analysis.
• Maintain routine interactions with a limited number of suppliers/customers under manager supervision.
• Communicate cost increases and related information with limited negotiating.
• Additional duties as assigned.

• Own relationships within retailer Private Label/Own Brand teams and understand their priorities.
• Leverage client strategy to guide supplier partners.
• Work with suppliers and retailers on new item launches, label updates, and reformulations.
• Build and maintain business relationships with suppliers and retailers.

• Manage supplier/client sales and revenue.
• Negotiate brokerage rates.
• Handle contract management.

• Facilitate and drive projects through process with cross‑functional teams.
• Identify potential risks and solutions.

• Manage private label product development from ideation to shelf.
• Influence suppliers and retailers to meet deadlines.
• Manage expectations of clients and retailers throughout the process.
• Obtain new sources of supply for retailer development.

• Advise BM on potential road blocks and provide solutions.
• Support new business development with business managers.
• Think on your feet, be a problem‑solver and self‑starter.
• Communicate proactively with retailers, suppliers, internal teams, and third‑party teams.

No direct reports. May delegate work and mentor indirect reports.

Travel and driving are not essential duties.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or equivalent experience.
• 0–2 years experience in Account or Brand Management.

• Basic computer skills:
  Microsoft Office, web browsers.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Conflict management.
• Decision‑making.
• Prioritizing.
• Excellent customer service.

Office/sedentary. Ability to sit extended periods (66%+), use computer, lift up to 10 pounds.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected category. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities.