Leadership Development Program Associate
DESCRIPTION
Overview:
The Leadership Development Program (LDP) at Acosta Group is a full-time, salaried opportunity that prepares you for a pivotal cross-functional role within the organization. Over 18 months, you will rotate through 5–6 organization subgroups, including Retail, Foodservice, Business Intelligence, Sales, Marketing, and more.
This rotational structure provides a comprehensive understanding of our business and the consumer-packaged goods (CPG) industry, positioning you to take on a role that aligns with both your career interests and the company’s strategic needs. Throughout the program, you’ll gain hands on experience, receive executive mentorship, participate in live and virtual leadership training, and broaden your cross-functional knowledge. Together, these elements ensure that upon graduation from the program, you are equipped with the skills, insights, and professional network to accelerate your career.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Rotation Overviews:
Retail Field Execution
Gain experience and knowledge in the roles of Retail Coverage Merchandiser and Retail Business Manager. This rotation is designed to elevate your knowledge and skills in the following areas:
Acosta Group’s foundational business and culture
Customer and client relationships
Fiscal year planning for in-store execution
In-store selling of client products
Self-leadership and supervisory management
Retail specific technology
CPG industry
Foodservice
Immerse yourself in one of the fastest growing sectors of our business. This rotation provides exposure to how CORE Foodservice partners with brands, distributors, and operators. Key learning areas include:
Understanding the foodservice channel and customer dynamics
Developing strategic and tactical selling skills
Building strong relationships with key partners and operators
Delivering solutions to drive measurable results for clients
Business Intelligence
Engage as a Corporate Analyst and Associate Business Manager. This rotation is designed to elevate your knowledge and skills in the following areas:
Collecting and analyzing syndicated scan data
Delivering high impact strategic value to clients and customers
Conducting data analysis for strategic selling and negotiating
Techniques for identifying trends and patterns in data
Using data to drive decision-making and strategy
Building customer and client relationships
Headquarter & Omnichannel Sales
Gain experience as a business manager, honing your skills in effective sales and relationship building with clients and retailers. This rotation is designed to elevate your knowledge and skills in the following areas:
Advanced selling techniques
Consumer data planning, tracking and analysis
Prioritizing requirements to serve as a strategic partner in headquarter-selling
Translating client and customer needs into practical business objectives
Delivering high impact strategic value to clients and customers
Managing, growing, and maximizing accounts
Achieving client and customer objectives related to sales, productivity, profitability, and marketing strategy
Fostering customer and client relationships
Best in class ecommerce knowledge and techniques
Brand Advocacy Solutions
Engage as an account coordinator working directly with clients and customers. This rotation is designed to elevate your knowledge and skills in the following areas:
Coordinating and executing Assisted Sales & Training (AS&T) programs
Collaborative efforts between our strategy and creative teams
Coordinating and assisting the client services teams on the execution of activations, programs, and live events
Understanding Mosaic’s consultative approach and how it delivers ROI to clients
Additional Rotation:
The final rotation is customized to align with your interests, skillsets, and organizational priorities. This rotation is designed to help you seamlessly integrate into a team while continuing to advance your professional development.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field
Minimum GPA: 3.25
Reliable transportation to support local and regional travel requirements
Desirable Skills and Attributes:
Passionate about diverse subjects including Retail, Foodservice, Business Intelligence, Sales, and Marketing.
Proactive, dependable, and personable, with exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
A willingness to ask questions, acknowledge mistakes, and continually deepen their knowledge.
Strong leadership skills; capable of providing concrete examples of leadership from previous projects or work experiences and articulate their specific contributions as a leader.
The ability to assess processes meticulously and formulate well-informed, tangible proposals.
Proficient in computer applications such as Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
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ABOUT US
Acosta Group is a collective uniting the most trusted retail, marketing, and foodservice agencies—Acosta, ActionLink, CORE Foodservice, CROSSMARK, Mosaic, Premium Retail Services, and Product Connections. Together, we connect consumers with the brands they love through omnichannel selling, merchandising, brand advocacy, and integrated marketing.
We recognize our associates are the foundation of our success. That’s why we prioritize your growth, development, and well-being to help you reach your full potential. With programs designed to support a fulfilling work-life balance, we offer opportunities that fit your lifestyle and ambitions—whether you’re looking for part-time flexibility or full-time career advancement.
Ready for a career path that’s as unique as you? Discover your path at Acosta Group!
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Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Category: Administration
Position Type: Full time
Business Unit: Corporate
Salary Range: $65,000.00 - $65,000.00
Company: Acosta Employee Holdco LLC
Req ID: 13659
Employer Description: ACOSTA_GRP_EMP_DESC