Associate Retail Account Manager - Target

About the role

The Bluebird Group is a manufacturer’s representative and consulting firm dedicated to supporting innovative brands and multinational retailers. We focus on growth, expertise, data, and fostering strong relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with both our vendors' operations teams and Target's merchandise planning teams
• Demand Planning/Forecasting - facilitate and analyze forecasts to optimize the business for both the vendor and Target
• Drive supply chain initiatives to improve on-time/right quantity delivery to Target
• Monitor in-stock needs and provide a proactive strategy to solve the stock problem
• Analyze vendor performance metrics and identify issues and root-causes, ultimately solving vendor performance issues or problems
• Maintain accurate records regarding program agreements, pricing, product information, order status, planning issues, and vendor set-ups
• Ensure that the internal accounting system is up-to-date with accurate shipping and invoicing information for cash flow purposes
• Educate vendors on Target and the processes used (planograms, advertising, shipping, GSN setup, etc)

Qualifications

• A four-year college degree preferred
• Ability to analyze data, identify issues, and make recommendations
• Functional knowledge of MS Excel (sorting/grouping data, pivot tables, v lookups, etc)
• Clear and effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong initiative and the ability to work independently with little supervision
• Effective organization skills and the ability to multi-task

Preferences

• Experience working with Target on the corporate retail or vendor side preferred
• Experience with demand planning and forecasting

Benefits

• Parking/Commuting Stipend (for those working in our Minneapolis office)
• Cell Phone Plan or Reimbursement
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• HSA (with employer match)
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) (with employer match)

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. The Physical Demands Described Here Are Representative Of Those That Must Be Met By An Employee To Successfully Perform The Essential Functions Of This Job. The Ability To remain seated or standing for extended durations, often more than 50% of the workday. Constantly operate a computer and other office equipment like printers, calculators, and copiers. Use one's hands for tasks like typing, grasping, and using a mouse. Move items such as boxes of files, office supplies, or other equipment that weigh up to 10-20 pounds.