Account Manager

Description We are looking for a skilled Account Manager to oversee and grow our Walmart business portfolio in the home entertainment sector. This contract position, based in Fayetteville, Arkansas, involves managing sales, promotions, pricing, and execution strategies to meet business objectives. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, supply chain, planning, and marketing, to ensure seamless operations and optimal performance.

Responsibilities:

• Lead communication and maintain strong relationships with Walmart, aligning on priorities, timelines, and resolving issues effectively.
• Develop and manage annual and quarterly sales plans, including forecasts and volume commitments, to achieve business goals.
• Oversee pricing strategies, cost adjustments, and margin targets to ensure profitability.
• Plan and execute promotional programs, modular resets, and seasonal events while ensuring pricing accuracy and alignment with Walmart's expectations.
• Scrub and validate item files, including item numbers, artwork, and pricing, to support accurate item setup and data management.
• Collaborate with planning and supply chain teams to create accurate forecasts and address inventory risks such as overstock and stockouts.
• Coordinate merchandising plans for modulars, features, and seasonal events in partnership with marketing and other stakeholders.
• Analyze performance data, including sell-through rates and promotional results, to provide actionable insights and recommendations.
• Act as a central point of coordination, working closely with internal teams and external partners to drive execution and resolve ad hoc requests. Requirements
• 3-7+ years of experience in account management, sales, or retail, ideally with exposure to Walmart or other large national retailers.
• Strong knowledge of retail fundamentals, including pricing, promotions, forecasting, and inventory management.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and lead teams to execute complex projects.
• Excellent analytical skills with experience utilizing data for actionable insights; proficiency in Excel is preferred.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and with external partners.
• Experience in developing and executing sales and promotional strategies.
• Familiarity with item setup processes and data validation for retail systems.
• Ability to identify and address operational risks, such as inventory imbalances or pricing discrepancies.

TalentMatch® Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .