Associate Account Manager - Branded Promotional Merch

The Associate Account Manager role is a foundational entry point into a career in sales  will work closely with a high‑performing Sales Team to support the development and expansion of key enterprise client accounts as well as be fully responsible for hitting at minimum your quarterly budget goals. This position focuses on mastering pre‑sales activities, building industry and product knowledge, managing multiple client projects, and learning how to generate and nurture client relationships.

This role follows a flexible onsite schedule and requires working onsite four (4) days per week, with one (1) remote out of our Troy, MI office.

• Collaborate with Sales to support account planning and execution
• Assist in producing client presentations with creative merchandise ideas
• Prospect for new buyers and opportunities within assigned accounts
• Help develop and maintain accurate records of sales activity in Salesforce

• Coordinate multiple client‑facing projects, managing details like timelines, costs, logistics, and approvals
• Educate and guide clients through BDA's order process, compliance, and production timelines
• Ensure clear communication between clients and internal teams for a seamless experience

• Log and track all sales and project activity in Salesforce
• Support in quoting, order status updates, and maintaining data accuracy

• Gain deep knowledge of the branded merchandise industry and BDA’s product offerings
• Understand supplier product mix, pricing structures, and margin strategies
• Attend industry events and customer meetings as needed to support account teams and increase exposure
• Other duties as assigned by direct manager and/or sales leadership

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, or a related field
• 1–2 years of experience in sales support, marketing, branded merchandise, or a related agency environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a client‑first mindset
• Meticulous attention to detail and high level of organization
• Eagerness to learn and grow within a dynamic, sales‑driven environment
• Self‑motivated, proactive, and adaptable to shifting priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
• Salesforce experience is a plus

We are pleased to share the base salary range for this position is $68,000 to $72,500. If you are hired at BDA, your compensation will be determined based on factors that may include geographic location, skills, education, and experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any offer.

In the spirit of pay transparency, the range listed is the full base salary range for the role and hiring at the top of the range would not be typical, in order to allow for future salary growth. The range listed is just one component of BDA’s total compensation and rewards programs, which includes: robust PTO; vacation, a paid volunteer day, holidays and summer Fridays;

benefits; medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance; 401k; tuition reimbursement; mental health and financial wellness programs; and professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement. Certain revenue‑generating positions may be eligible for incentive compensation.

BDA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Must be 18 years or older to apply.