Manager, Retail Business Strategy

Acosta

Retail Business Strategy Manager responsible for innovative solutions development for Acosta clients in strategic planning and business performance improvement.

Posted 5/2/2026full-timeJacksonville • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $52,200 - $65,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Proactively develop and deliver innovative solutions (Product Distribution, Shelving & Merchandise Optimization) to Acosta Clients/Customers in a mutually agreed upon retail priorities and sales objectives.
Utilizes advanced product/service knowledge and understanding of the Client/Customer's business to develop customized proposals that present creative solutions to successfully sell products and develop attractive value propositions.
Establish and maintain focused relationships with Acosta Clients/Customers and identify business challenges and develop strategic retail execution plans to optimize growth.
Use Data Analytic tools & reports to conduct a needs analysis, determine project scope and specifications, and identify solutions. Be recognized as an subject matter expert in the Retail Strategy in the CPG Industry.
Conduct needs analysis and make recommendations to the Client/Customer
Create and present Client/Customer proposals to influence revenue generation and meet individual targets/quotas.
Be a thought leadership through effective communication of vision, active coaching and personal development, while comparing retail results to goals and taking appropriate action to correct when necessary.
Proactively study retail trends, review sales initiatives, and identity competitive pressures to develop and modify retail strategies and tactics accordingly. Anticipates business challenges; recommends process, product, or service improvements.
Perform special assignments as requested.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma/Equivalent
Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
Seven 7+years’ or more related experience and or training; or equivalent combination or education and experience required.
Some experience in Project/People Management Required
Must demonstrate strong interpersonal, organizational and sales skills.
Use advanced functions of Microsoft (Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook)
Demonstrate strong oral/written communication skills and strong presentation skills.
Must be able to effectively communicate with others.
Have a valid driver’s license or have means to adequate transportation to visit multiple Clients/Customers in assigned region/territory.
Ability to build positive working relationships, both internally and externally.
Great negotiation skills 8. Ability to maintain knowledge in Competitive Retail Strategy.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Retail Acosta is a leading sales and marketing agency that connects brands with consumers across various retail and foodservice channels. The company leverages proprietary data, integrated marketing strategies, and retail execution services to enhance brand visibility and influence purchase decisions. With over 100 years in business, Acosta helps clients navigate the complexities of both brick-and-mortar and online marketplaces, ensuring their products are positioned effectively within the competitive landscape. Manager, Retail Business Strategy 🔥 33 minutes ago 🏢🏡 Jacksonville – Hybrid 💵 $52.2k - $65k / year ⏰ Full Time 🟠 Senior 🔴 Lead 🧐 Strategy 🦅 H1B Visa Sponsor Apply Now Find Hiring Managers Customize resume for this job Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
Proactively develop and deliver innovative solutions (Product Distribution, Shelving & Merchandise Optimization) to Acosta Clients/Customers in a mutually agreed upon retail priorities and sales objectives.
Utilizes advanced product/service knowledge and understanding of the Client/Customer's business to develop customized proposals that present creative solutions to successfully sell products and develop attractive value propositions.
Establish and maintain focused relationships with Acosta Clients/Customers and identify business challenges and develop strategic retail execution plans to optimize growth.
Use Data Analytic tools & reports to conduct a needs analysis, determine project scope and specifications, and identify solutions. Be recognized as an subject matter expert in the Retail Strategy in the CPG Industry.
Conduct needs analysis and make recommendations to the Client/Customer
Create and present Client/Customer proposals to influence revenue generation and meet individual targets/quotas.
Be a thought leadership through effective communication of vision, active coaching and personal development, while comparing retail results to goals and taking appropriate action to correct when necessary.
Proactively study retail trends, review sales initiatives, and identity competitive pressures to develop and modify retail strategies and tactics accordingly. Anticipates business challenges; recommends process, product, or service improvements.
Perform special assignments as requested. 🎯 Requirements
High School Diploma/Equivalent
Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
Seven 7+years’ or more related experience and or training; or equivalent combination or education and experience required.
Some experience in Project/People Management Required
Must demonstrate strong interpersonal, organizational and sales skills.
Use advanced functions of Microsoft (Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook)
Demonstrate strong oral/written communication skills and strong presentation skills.
Must be able to effectively communicate with others.
Have a valid driver’s license or have means to adequate transportation to visit multiple Clients/Customers in assigned region/territory.
Ability to build positive working relationships, both internally and externally.
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Hard Skills & Tools

data analyticsproject managementsales strategyneeds analysisproposal developmentretail execution planningcompetitive analysisprocess improvementproduct/service knowledgevalue proposition development

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillsorganizational skillssales skillsoral communicationwritten communicationpresentation skillscoachingrelationship buildingnegotiation skillsleadership

Certifications

Bachelor’s DegreeHigh School Diploma/Equivalent