Program Account Manager
The Program Account Manager (PAM) is responsible for developing and managing the online store component of assigned client programs while meeting and exceeding assigned sales, profitability, and account satisfaction goals. In close partnership with Sales, the PAM will develop and execute the overall online store sales strategy of assigned accounts and identify new key stakeholders, whether store-related or not. The PAM will also work closely with the Operations Team to help drive operational efficiencies of the stores assigned.
The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties required for this position. The job description is a summary of the major duties and responsibilities. This role may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be expected to perform additional duties as requested.
Essential Functions : Duties, Skills, Responsibilities, and Expectations :
- High customer satisfaction survey results
- Deep understanding and following of all client contracts
- Adherence to all departmental SOPS and SLA's
- Cultivating and developing relationships with the client's primary stakeholders
- Ensuring client brand compliance both with the store platform and products within
- Identifying areas of improvement with the store user audience and suggesting remediation for positive results
- Create initial product data assortments and make recommendations for additions / removals in the associated program Master Product Data
- Tight inventory control management within company guidelines to include timely closeout suggestions
- Proactive suggestions for all store products to include working closely with the Merchandise team and Core products
- Assurance that the store meets and exceeds warehouse and fulfillment operational expectations
- Developing (if not client provided) and maintaining a marketing calendar to promote and drive sales to exceed targets
- Prepare and execute both company standard reporting and all client custom required reporting
- Prepareness for all client meetings with clear agendas always
- Preparing for and primary facilitator of all business reviews on a cadence agreed to by the client and Sales
- Review and tightly manage client contracts and SOW documents
- Participate in the creation of new SOWS as required
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders
- Partner with assigned EBM and AM to develop and execute strategic business plans, ensuring alignment with the company's objectives
- Collaborate closely with all operational functions, including Art Team, eCommerce, Merchandising, Vendor Relations, Sales Support, and Quality Control
- Identify, establish, and execute process improvements to optimize the efficiency and effectiveness of the client store experience
- Review and implement all new and current documented SLAs and SOPs
- Ensure proper finance and operational account setup
- Act as a key intermediary between merchandising and the client
- Closely align all activities with the implementation checklist and proactively suggest ways to meet client expectations
Online Store / Platform
Review and maintain store compliance with contractsSupervise the user experience of the online company store, including site navigation, content development, online sales funnels, and online promotional campaigns, and be the client and sales primary point of contactEnsure the FAQ housed within the online store mirrors all client-specific requirements and is edited as needed for overall user experience satisfaction and understanding of store usage and product purchasingOperational Process
Collaborate with the Program Specialist (PS) to implement, develop, and manage online company store initiativesCommunicate successfully with the PS while delegating specific day-to-day tasks such as inventory management, quotes, presentations, SOPs, and other operational processesCommunicate successfully with the Account Coordinators for best-in-class client experience and to ensure the FAQ on the store is maintained to meet and exceed client service level requirements continuallyUtilize and partner with the Quality Control (QC) team to monitor and enhance client satisfactionMerchandising
Utilize the ePromos sourcing protocol and partner with the Merchandising Team to create and update products while prioritizing the CORE collection for merchandising programsInventory Management
Soley utilize the company-prescribed warehouseEnsure client approval before all new and reorder inventory purchases, regardless of inventory ownershipEnsure manager approval for inventory purchases per the inventory SOPEnsure that inventory levels per product meet or exceed the company's minimum turnsReview and act on the reorder report at least weekly and as required during peak or seasonal timesFollow inventory management SOPs and SLAsEnsure that inventory protocols are followed for products to be received into the warehouseTightly manage any inventory usage before, during, and after the client's onsite sales eventsReporting
Lead a team with cross-functional roles to prepare all required, but not limited to, weekly, monthly, quarterly reporting, including sales, inventory, client custom reporting, and Google AnalyticsCapture customer satisfaction survey dataCommunications
Ensure all customer communications are housed in the company CRM fields as availableCollaborate with leadership and Sales stakeholders to identify and address overall online store customer satisfaction and opportunities for improvement, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic account goalsKey facilitator for all client business review meetingsEffectively communicate operational changes, opportunities for improvement, growth ideas / suggestions with the clientAttend and manage overall on-site product needs for client pop-up events, meetings, and engagements as requiredOther
Adhere to the company's core valuesPerforms other duties as requiredMinimum Requirements :
Proven work experience in an online store / corporate programs, branded merchandise support role, or similar roleDemonstrated ability to lead client sales growth and drive resultsWorking knowledge of online store platforms and featuresStrong operational and project management skillsetExcellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas and influence client stakeholders as requiredAlways maintain the highest level of confidentiality and professional conductEstablishing and carrying out organizational or departmental procedures, goals, and policiesHigh acumen for problem solving and proactively identifying areas to improve customer satisfactionStrong writing and editing skills with attention to detailExcellent customer service skillsOrganizational and time management skillsSuperior verbal and written communication skillsIndependent self-starter with the ability to prioritize and work within established guidelines while maintaining confidentialityExcellent written and oral communication skillsAbility to work independently or as part of a team as required by the task or projectAbility to organize and manage multiple competing projectsStrong PC skills and MS Office skillsRequired Education :
Associates and / or bachelor's degree in business, or equivalent experienceMinimum five years of progressive online store account management experience required in the branded and promotional merchandise sectorWorking Conditions :
Position is fully remote to the US onlyAbility to accommodate multiple time zones with primary ET (EST / EDT)Dedicated workspace and high-speed internetFrequent video conference / email / chatPhysical Demands :
Maintaining a stationary position for up to 50% of the workdayConsistently operate a computer and other productivity equipment, including keyboard, webcam, and document scanner