What are the responsibilities and job description for the Account Manager - Manufacturer Agency - Minneapolis, MN position at Juniper Partners?
LET’S GET REAL FOR A SEC
Are you a data-fluent retail pro who loves a fast pace, lives for a clean in-stock report, and gets a little thrill every time a brand lands on those coveted Target shelves?
We’re Juniper Partners, a female-led brand representative team with decades of Target experience. We get brands into Target, and then we stick around to help them grow and scale as a true extension of their team. Our secret? The perfect balance of grit and grace.
We’re looking for an Account Manager to join our Target team. In this role, you’ll connect big-picture sales strategy with end-to-end operational execution. You won’t just react to supply chain and inventory trends. You’ll dig into POS data, protect in-stock metrics, and work hand-in-hand with our brands, our leadership team, and Target merchant teams to drive growth that scales.
If you bring sharp analytical chops, a knack for operational problem-solving, and a genuine love for retail, we want to meet you.
THE DAY-TO-DAY
What You’ll Do
● Drive supply chain & inventory strategy: Partner with our VP of Sales to grow the business by improving inventory health and supply chain performance.
● Own the weekly business story: Deliver weekly reporting, insights, and analysis on each brand’s business at Target®, with sharp commentary that turns the numbers into actionable results.
● Keep product flowing: Monitor OTIF and out-of-stock position weekly, and track POs with our brand partners to make sure product ships on time, every time.
● Forecast together: Lead collaborative forecasting with brands and Target® teams, and drive initiatives that continuously improve demand planning and in-stocks.
● Own end-to-end account execution: Collaborate with brands, manufacturers, and Target® teams to get product executed flawlessly, from item inception through delivery.
● Keep our systems squeaky clean: Maintain our internal system for items, orders, and invoices.
● Tackle the financial & compliance stuff: Investigate and resolve vendor chargebacks and accounts payable issues before they become headaches.
SOUND LIKE YOU?
Who You Are
● Analytical and data-driven: You’re right at home navigating a whole swath of metrics and pulling out the insights that matter.
● A resourceful problem solver: You lean on your knowledge, experience, and network to find a solution, no matter what retail throws your way.
● A true team player: You pitch in wherever you’re needed.
● Detail-obsessed: Accuracy, data integrity, and quality are kind of your thing.
● Growth-minded: You thrive on performance-focused teams and get energized by driving real business impact.
THE MUST-HAVES
Qualifications
● Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
● Experience: 2 years as an Analyst, Buyer, Demand Planner, Merchandiser, or equivalent role in a retail environment.
● Logistics acumen: Solid understanding of vendor compliance, inventory management, and retail logistics workflows.
● Technical skills: Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables, data modeling).
● Retail expertise: Direct experience working at or with Target® Headquarters is strongly preferred.
WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED
Benefits
● 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution
● Medical, dental & life insurance coverage
● Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
● Generous paid time off (PTO) and holiday schedule
We’re ready. Are you?
Come help us get brands into those Red Carts, every. single. day. Get to know the team at hellojuniperpartners.com.