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Food & Beverage, Retail, Bakery

Account Manager

Clifton, NJOnsiteFull TimeEntry-level (exp-based)$60,000–$65,000 /yrPosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

  • customer service
  • account management
  • client relationships
  • project management
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Outlook

Nice to have

  • customer needs
  • customer value
  • client onboarding
  • product pricing
  • forecasting
  • negotiation

Role summary

Jimmy's Gourmet Bakery is seeking an Account Manager to serve as the primary point of contact for customers, distributors, and brokers. This role involves understanding client needs, coordinating project delivery, monitoring account activity, and fostering strong client relationships. The ideal candidate will be customer-focused, organized, proactive, and adept at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include client communication, project coordination with internal departments, tracking key metrics, and identifying opportunities for growth. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Description

As an Account Manager, you will serve as a primary point of contact for customers, distributors, and brokers. You will work closely with both external clients and internal teams to understand customer needs, coordinate projects, monitor account activity, and ensure successful delivery of solutions. The ideal candidate is customer-focused, organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

  • Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with customers, distributors, and brokers.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned accounts.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to key customers and provide exceptional customer service.
  • Communicate with customers through email, phone, virtual presentations, screen sharing, and in-person meetings.
  • Understand customer needs and coordinate the timely delivery of solutions.
  • Provide regular updates regarding monthly and quarterly initiatives.
  • Track and forecast key account metrics.
  • Monitor and analyze customer product usage.
  • Identify opportunities to meet customer needs and create additional value.
  • Support the onboarding and integration of new clients.
  • Coordinate projects and communication between customers and internal departments, including:
  • Purchasing
  • Research & Development
  • New Product Development
  • Finance
  • Manufacturing
  • Assist with product pricing analysis.
  • Manage multiple projects and competing priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail.
  • Meet established deadlines and support additional business needs as required.

Qualifications

  • 1–2 years of account management or relevant professional experience preferred.
  • Experience providing client-focused solutions based on customer needs.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent listening, negotiation, and presentation skills.
  • Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
  • Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
  • Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Self-motivated and comfortable working in a results-driven environment.
  • Ability to prioritize competing responsibilities and meet deadlines.
  • Basic math skills.
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Windows, and Outlook.

Our Commitment to You

At Jimmy's Gourmet Bakery, we believe our team's success starts with feeling valued and supported. That's why we offer:

  • Competitive pay and performance bonuses
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Company-paid life insurance and EAP support
  • Generous PTO and career growth opportunities

Join a team that values your contributions and well-being.

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