Associate Customer Business Manager & Analytics

• Function: Customer Development / Sales

• Location: Remote USA (Seattle/Washington based preferred)

• Terms & Conditions: Full-time position with a hybrid work schedule. Relocation assistance and international assignment support are not available for this role. Approximately 25% travel is required including monthly travel to Washington and twice per year to Hoboken New Jersey.

JOB PURPOSE

Are you looking for an opportunity to drive significant impact in one of Unilevers most strategic growth channels

The Associate Customer Business Manager will be responsible for driving business growth within the Club Channel with a primary focus on the Deodorant category and analytical support across the Personal Care business. This role partners closely with Costco and cross-functional teams to develop and execute Joint Business Plans uncover growth opportunities through data and insights and strengthen customer relationships that deliver long-term success.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver growth for Unilever within the Club Channel with ownership of the Deodorant category.

• Develop and execute Joint Business Plans with Costco including assortment pricing and promotional strategies.

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships while serving as the primary liaison for business-related discussions.

• Lead strategic growth initiatives from ideation through execution.

• Analyze category customer and syndicated data to identify business opportunities and actionable insights.

• Conduct reporting trend analysis and performance reviews to support decision-making.

• Coordinate annual planning activities and customer business reviews.

• Partner closely with Marketing Shopper Marketing Category Management Supply Chain Insights and other cross-functional teams.

• Drive trade investment effectiveness and optimize business performance.

• Develop marketing merchandising and customer-specific innovation programs that support growth objectives.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree required.

• Minimum 3 years of experience in the CPG and/or Retail industry.

• Experience working with syndicated data sources such as Circana Nielsen and Numerator.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into business recommendations.

• Strong negotiation presentation and communication skills.

• Ability to manage ambiguity and navigate complex business situations.

• Proven ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Experience managing large retail accounts such as Costco Walmart Target or other high-volume customers.

• Experience in Customer Development Customer Strategy & Planning (CSP) Category Management or Sales roles.

• Experience managing category performance customer-specific innovation exclusive product programs and P&L responsibilities.

• Advanced Excel analytical skills.

• Strong PowerPoint and presentation development skills.

• Experience managing to both internal and external stakeholders.

WHAT MAKES YOU SUCCESSFUL

• You are customer-focused and comfortable leading conversations with complex retail customers.

• You can influence decisions build strategic partnerships and identify win-win solutions.

• You are a strong storyteller who can turn data into compelling business recommendations.

• You thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy solving complex business challenges.

• You have a passion for growth continuous improvement and delivering results.

At Unilever inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive and succeed. All applicants will receive fair and respectful consideration and we actively support the growth and development of every employee.

Unilever is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Work Location: Remote United States (Seattle area preferred).

• Travel Requirement: Approximately 25% travel including monthly travel to Washington and twice per year to Hoboken New Jersey.

• Relocation Assistance: Not available.

• International Assignment Support: Not available.

• Employment Type: Full-time.