BUSINESS MANAGER bei S&K Sales Co.

S&K Sales Co., a family-owned Military Resale Broker, is looking to fill a business manager position.  This position is charged with achieving company sales goals and objectives as well as those of the assigned manufacturer portfolio.  The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a proven track record of success in the consumer products industry, a passion for innovation, and a commitment to delivering exceptional results.

Job Responsibilities:

• Achieve sales goals and operating objectives while representing the company in a professional manner.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to drive growth and profitability.
• Execute key initiatives, including marketing campaigns and sales strategies.
• Develop and present business and category reviews by using category management principles to analyze market trends, consumer insights, and competitive landscapes, identifying growth opportunities.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance.
• Oversee distribution through evaluating inventory levels, providing set-up information and opening/promotional quantities, and verifying orders are placed and delivered.
• Ensure accurate pricing and track pricing to ensure alignment with manufacturer goals. 
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, suppliers, and partners to drive business development and expansion.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of product lines, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Facilitating communication and collaboration across different departments and levels of the organization.
• Provide regular updates to senior management and stakeholders on business performance and strategic initiatives.
• Collaborates with field sales to develop realistic and achievable goals and objectives to meet the needs of the manufacturer.
• Compiles communication to assist field team in actions to be taken to achieve goals and objectives.
• Approve and coordinate with accounting to ensure client billings are generated and paid on time. 
• Addresses challenges and resolves conflicts that arise by employing critical thinking and analytical skills to develop creative solutions to complex problems.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field preferred.
• Experience in business management roles with consumer products or comparable field
• Strong strategic planning and analytical skills, with the ability to translate market insights into actionable business plans.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with a results-oriented mindset and a commitment to excellence.