Co Op Account Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title : Co-op Account Manager, Ace Hardware

Location : Vernon Hills, IL

Department : Rust-Oleum US Sales

Reports To : Director of Sales, Ace Hardware

Direct Reports / Manages others : No

Rust-Oleum Corporation is a worldwide leader in protective paints and coatings for both home and industry. We offer a wide range of products including decorative fashion paints, durable industrial roof repair coatings and, of course, our famous rust-fighting formula that started it all.

POSITION PURPOSE SUMMARY

The Co-op Account Manager role for Ace Hardware partners closely with the Director of Sales and National Account Executives (NAEs) to drive sales growth across all assigned product platforms. This position plays a key role in supporting Rust-Oleum's partnership with Ace Hardware by managing key sales processes, dealer communication, and trade show execution.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Sales Support & Execution - 30%

• Support NAEs and the Director of Sales in achieving and exceeding assigned sales goals by expanding product distribution, managing promotional execution, and leveraging Ace's distribution network.
• Collaborate with Ace's merchant team to identify opportunities for new listings, promotions, and assortment optimization.

Field & Communication Support - 20%

Trade Show Leadership - 20%

Vendor Portal & Reporting - 10%

Cross-Functional Support - 20%

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Salary Target Range : $70,000 - $90,000, bonus eligible

From big benefits to small, we take care of our associates! After 30 days of employment, you will be eligible for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, disability and business travel insurance, flexible spending accounts, EAP, stock purchases and vacation / sick days / parental leave. We also offer a 401(k) plan after three months of employment. Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service. Rust-Oleum offers 9 paid holidays and one floating holiday per year. You are also eligible to earn three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis.

Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.