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Advantage Solutions Manager of Client Systems - Hybrid in Chicago, Illinois
Summary
Manager Client System - Hybrid
At our Company, we grow People, Brands, and Businesses!We are seeking ahighly dynamic Manager of Client System Solutions to be responsible for providing key support to the planning, management, and oversight of the Client’s SAP Planning System as the representative for broker/the Company. Develop learning solutions and training programs; manage communications with broker field sales; provide leadership in the day-to-day activities surrounding the Client’s SAP Planning System. Results will be obtained through effective planning, influence building and use of resources.
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What we offer:
Full-Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)
401(k) with company match
Training and Career Development
Generous Paid Time-Off
Responsibilities:
Strategic planning partner for broker/the Company participating in high-level strategic planning discussions; involved in the planning processes, best practice developments and system improvements with Clients Senior Management Team.
Manage communication with broker field sales on all Client SAP Planning System direction, priorities, communication and reporting updates.
Develop learning solutions, design, rollout and execute broker training materials for Client.
On-Board and train all new Company BDM’s and BAA’s supporting Clients SAP Planning Tool.
Consult with users, management, and client to assess needs and requirements. Provide solutions and alternatives based on business requirements.
Develop custom reporting systems that track data input integrity and monitors trade fund budgets specific to broker accounts; Develop scorecards for user competencies, usage, data integrity and system error reporting.
Qualifications:
Associate's Degree or equivalent experience is required
5+ years of experience in applicable field
Experience working and interfacing with executive level positions
Expertise in Client financial management systems
Ability to work effectively with management
Ability to direct, lead, coach, and develop people
Job Will Remain Open Until Filled
Responsibilities
The Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.
Position Summary
The Manager Client System Solutions is responsible for providing key support to the planning, management, and oversight of the Client’s SAP Planning System as the representative for broker/the Company. Develop learning solutions and training programs; manage communications with broker field sales; provide leadership in the day-to-day activities surrounding the Client’s SAP Planning System. Results will be obtained through effective planning, influence building and use of resources.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
Strategic Thought Leadership
Strategic planning partner for broker/the Company participating in high-level strategic planning discussions; involved in the planning processes, best practice developments and system improvements with Clients Senior Management Team
Manage communication with broker field sales on all Client SAP Planning System direction, priorities, communication and reporting updates
Represent broker/the Company at Client monthly strategic SAP Planning System meetings at Client’s corporate offices
Leads Quarterly Broker Sales updates with Client’s broker sales and the Company’s Client Team personnel on progress, score-carding and reporting.
Best practice benchmarking with other Company Client Planning systems
Communicate and direct the Company Super User activities as needed
Client System Management
Develop learning solutions, design, rollout and execute broker training materials for Client
On-Board and train all new Company BDM’s and BAA’s supporting Clients SAP Planning Tool
Lead ongoing design and implementation of new phases of client’s SAP Planning Tool
Implement new practices/protocols/procedures or revisions to existing ones for Client’s core SAP
Planning System as directed by Client and/or Manager
Support training for Client’s Broker Manager Team
Systems Management
Consult with users, management and client to assess needs and requirements. Provide solutions and alternatives based on business requirements.
Liaison between the Company IT and Client IT for technical support issues
Direct/supervise the Company Super User support aligned to specific market(s) enabling “buddy system” interaction outside helpdesk support process.
Provide field level sales support on client SAP Planning Tool related to troubleshooting, inquiries, IT connectivity and/or general questions with field sales.
Scorecard & Reporting
Benchmark the Company user capabilities aligned to Client SAP Planning System to identify future training needs
Develop custom reporting systems that track data input integrity and monitors trade fund budgets specific to broker accounts
Develop scorecards for user competencies, usage, data integrity and system error reporting
Utilize Client’s SAP Planning System adhoc reporting capabilities for trade fund, promotional ROI and forecasting monitoring and reporting to in-field sales
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Direct Reports
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports
Indirect Reports
Does not have direct reports, but may delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reports
Travel and/or Driving Requirements:
Travel and Driving is an essential duty and function of this job
Travel up to 40%
Minimum Qualifications
Education Level: (Required): Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
Field of Study/Area of Experience:
3-5 years of experience in applicable field
Experience working and interfacing with executive level positions
Expertise in Client financial management systems
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environment
Ability to make oral presentations
Ability to develop strategic plans to grow the business
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively with management
Excellent customer service orientation
Ability to direct, lead, coach, and develop people
Ability to visualize and plan objectives and goals strategically
Strong prioritization skills
Excellent written communication and verbal communication skills
Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and web-browsers
Trade funding software experience such as SAP, Siebel, Adesso, or other similar software
Reporting software – report writing and analysis
Environmental & Physical Requirements
Office/Sedentary Requirements
Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.
Additional Information Regarding The Company Job Duties and Job Descriptions
Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.
Important Information
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified.
The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.
Job Locations US-IL-Chicago
Primary Posting Location : City Chicago
Primary Posting Location : State/Province IL
Primary Posting Location : Postal Code 60601
Primary Posting Location : Country US
Requisition ID 2025-435347
Position Type Full Time
Category Business Development
Minimum USD $63,000.00/Mo.
Maximum USD $78,700.00/Mo.