Job Summary:
If you are a competitive, motivated, and hard-working person looking for a new opportunity in Account Management, Backyard Products has what youโre looking for. Backyard Products, an international leader in the residential backyard space including playsets, sheds, and structures, is looking for an Associate Account Manager to support and grow the Wayfair business.
At Backyard Products, the Associate Account Manager will be responsible for maintaining and growing existing business with Wayfair, managing a pipeline of actionable growth initiatives, working closely with product development and marketing teams, and analyzing market trends to drive revenue and EBITDA growth. The Associate Account Manager will serve as a primary point of contact between Wayfair and Backyard Products while supporting strategic business growth initiatives. Position Includes a bonus plan
Key Responsibilities:
Client Relationship Management:
โข Manage day to day communication with Wayfair merchandising and category management teams
โข Support promotional planning, catalog optimization, and new item launches
โข Build and maintain strong retailer relationships to support incremental revenue growth
Sales Strategy:
โข Set, maintain, and monitor sales goals
โข Support development of sales strategies to achieve revenue and EBITDA targets
โข Identify new and organic growth opportunities
Analysis and Planning:
โข Work closely with Product Development, Demand Planning, and Marketing teams to build effective product and promotional roadmaps
โข Support sales forecasting by analyzing historical sales data, market trends, and promotional plans
โข Monitor Wayfair KPIs including conversion, margin, inventory health, advertising performance, and promotional effectiveness
โข Support CastleGate inventory planning and replenishment strategies
โข Analyze weekly sales trends and recommend actionable growth opportunities
Reporting:
โข Prepare and present regular reporting on account performance to Management
โข Maintain item setup accuracy, content optimization, and assortment health across Wayfair platforms
โข Prepare and execute PowerPoint presentations internally and externally
Qualifications amp; Skills:
Education:
โข Bachelorโs degree in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, or related field preferred
Experience:
โข 2+ years of experience in ecommerce, retail account management, marketplace management, or digital sales preferred
โข Experience with Wayfair, Amazon, or other online marketplaces preferred
โข Strong Excel and analytical capabilities preferred
Technical Skills:
โข Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook
โข Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills
โข Entrepreneurial spirit with a proactive, goal oriented, and problem solving mindset
โข Ability to travel overnight as needed
Work Schedule:
โข The Associate Account Manager position at Backyard Products is expected to be in office 4 days a week to collaborate closely with sales, marketing, product development, and leadership teams. Overnight travel required as needed.