Associate Manager, Sales Account Management

SC Johnson has been leading with purpose for 140 years, building high-quality products and iconic brands found in homes, schools and businesses in virtually every country worldwide - including OFF!, Raid, Glade, Windex, Scrubbing Bubbles, Ziploc, Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day, method, Autan, Baygon, Mr Muscle, Duck, Lysoform and more.

The 13,000 people of our global, fifth-generation family company are committed to making the world a better place today and for future generations.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Ready to make an impact with one of the world's largest retailers and a portfolio of iconic consumer brands? As Associate Manager, Sales Account Management - Walmart Air Care, you'll play a key role in accelerating growth for SC Johnson's Air Care business at Walmart. Based in our Rogers, Arkansas sales office, you'll turn customer, shopper, and sales insights into strategies that win at the shelf and drive meaningful business results.

Reporting to the Director of Sales, you'll own key aspects of the Walmart business-identifying growth opportunities, building customer-focused sales plans, expanding distribution, optimizing shelf presence, and developing compelling promotional strategies. You'll collaborate across SC Johnson and build strong relationships with Walmart to translate insights into action and bring strategic initiatives to life.

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded, analytical sales professional who thrives in the fast-paced consumer products and retail environment and wants to help shape the growth of trusted brands with a critical strategic customer.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Analytical Insights

• Utilize data analysis tools to identify growth opportunities within the Walmart channel

• Conduct thorough market research and competitive analysis to inform strategic decision-making

• Monitor sales performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs), providing actionable insights to optimize performance

• Proactively identify trends and patterns in consumer behavior, leveraging insights to drive sales strategies

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to analyze pricing, promotions, and product assortment effectiveness

Strategic Planning

• Develop and execute strategic plans to capitalize on identified growth opportunities, aligning with company objectives

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate brand marketing strategies into sales initiatives

• Establish clear objectives, timelines, and milestones for sales programs and initiatives

• Identify and prioritize high-impact opportunities to drive incremental sales and market share growth

• Continuously evaluate and adjust strategies based on market dynamics and business performance

Customer Engagement

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders at Walmart

• Lead strategic customer meetings and presentations, effectively communicating SC Johnson's value proposition and brand initiatives

• Collaborate with customer marketing team to develop and execute joint business plans and promotional programs

• Provide regular updates and insights to Walmart on market trends, consumer preferences, and competitive landscape

• Act as a trusted advisor to Walmart, offering strategic recommendations to drive mutual business success

Display Management

• Design and execute impactful display strategies tailored to Walmart's merchandising guidelines and store layouts

• Conduct detailed analysis of display capacity based on sales rates and store demographics

• Partner with customer marketing to validate financials and feasibility of display builds

• Coordinate display setup and execution in both internal systems and Walmart's retail environment

• Monitor sell-through performance of displays, providing insights and recommendations for optimization

Continuous Improvement

• Proactively identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve operational efficiency

• Collaborate with sales leadership to develop and implement best practices for Walmart sales team

• Participate in regular business reviews and post-promotion evaluations to assess performance and identify learnings

• Actively seek feedback from internal and external stakeholders to drive continuous improvement

• Stay informed about industry trends, market dynamics, and retail innovations, sharing insights with the broader team

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Marketing, or related field and 5+ years of experience in sales, or related roles within the consumer-packaged goods (CPG) industry OR advanced degree in business administration, marketing, or related field and 3+ years of experience in sales or related roles within the CPG industry

• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS

• 2+ years of previous successful account business management experience

• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel or Tableau

• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate insights into actionable plans

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders

• Proactive mindset with a drive for continuous improvement and learning

• Familiarity with retail processes and structures, particularly within Walmart

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Full-time onsite role in Rogers, Arkansas

• Remote work is available once per week for eligible employees

• This position is not eligible for relocation assistance

BENEFITS AND PERKS

SC Johnson's total compensation packages are at or above industry levels. In addition to salary, total packages may include bonuses, long-term incentives, matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing based on company profitability, job level and years of service. As a family company, we're committed to providing benefits such as subsidized health care plans, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, flexible work arrangements, vacation purchase options, recreation and fitness centers, childcare, counseling services and more.

Inclusion & Diversity

We're a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.

We're committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion.

Better Together

At SC Johnson, we believe people achieve their best when they collaborate and work together in person. We value connection to strengthen teamwork, accelerate problem solving, and drive innovation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law.

Accommodation Requests

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at 262-260-3343 or email your request to SCJHR@scj.com. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the EEO Know Your Rights posterfor more information.