
Future Account Manager Opportunities – Branded Merchandise & Sales Growth at BDA, LLC
Atlanta, Georgia, United States; Austin, Texas, United States; Chicago, Illinois, United States; Dallas, Texas, United States; Indianapolis, Indiana, United States; Troy, Michigan, United States; Woodinville, Washington, United StatesFull-timeSalesPosted about 2 months ago
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<div class="content-intro"><p>Most companies claim to have the best people. We say to them, "Keep dreaming." Our people are second to none. They set us apart with their entrepreneurial spirit and ambition. They come to us from the likes of Amazon, Microsoft, Nordstrom, Starbucks and the sports world, bringing energy, bold ideas and a willingness to dive into the unfamiliar. It's our people that make BDA the top global Merchandise Agency to work for.</p></div><p> </p>
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 16.0pt;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Future Account Manager Opportunities – Branded Merchandise & Sales Growth</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11.0pt;"><span style="font-weight: bold; font-family: Calibri;">Location</span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">: Various U.S. and International Locations | </span><span style="font-style: italic; font-family: Calibri;">Apply now to be considered for future openings</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11.0pt;"><span style="font-weight: bold; font-family: Calibri;">Industry</span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">: Promotional Merchandise, Branded Goods, Client Account Growth</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11.0pt;"><span style="font-weight: bold; font-family: Calibri;">Note</span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">: This post is for </span><span style="font-weight: bold; font-family: Calibri;">future roles</span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> and not tied to an active opening.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Have you been following BDA and are eager to be considered for an opportunity with us?</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">We understand that excitement—and we appreciate it. If you’re in sales or account management and haven’t seen a current role that matches your background just yet, this post is for you.</p>
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<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">We’re always looking for talented professionals to help us grow and support client partnerships, and if there may not be an active opening that matches today, we want to get to know you a bit more — so we’re ready when the right fit opens up.</p>
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<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 16.0pt;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Why Apply Now?</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">We frequently bring on new clients with very specific needs, such as:</p>
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<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Industry expertise (Automotive, Sports, Retail, Fitness, Tech, and more)</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Local presence in a certain geographic area</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Specific sales experience (e.g., enterprise selling, merchandising, promotional campaigns, pop-ups)</span></li>
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<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">By applying now and <span style="font-weight: bold;">completing our brief questionnaire</span>, you give us the tools to:</p>
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<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Understand your background, location, and areas of expertise</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Flag your profile when a great-fit opportunity opens up</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Reach out directly before we post the role publicly</span></li>
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<p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11.0pt;"><span style="font-weight: bold; font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Segoe UI Emoji;">*</span></span><span style="font-weight: bold; font-family: Calibri;">Important Note</span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">: We value </span><span style="font-weight: bold; font-family: Calibri;">transparency</span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">. We review your questionnaire and resume side by side. If your responses don't match your experience, your candidacy may no longer be considered.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 16.0pt;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">What These Roles Typically Involve</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">While every client and opportunity is different, most Account Manager roles at BDA involve:</p>
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<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Developing and growing relationships with new and existing clients</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Delivering creative branded merchandise programs that align with a company's brand and campaign goals</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Serving as a subject matter expert in all things branding and merchandising</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Managing product pitches, asking the right questions, and onsite/virtual client meetings</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Collaborating cross-functionally with sales ops, marketing, sourcing, and logistics teams</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Using Salesforce to manage your pipeline, forecasting, and performance tracking</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Building and executing account strategies that drive growth and impact</span></li>
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<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 16.0pt;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">You Might Be a Great Fit If You:</span></p>
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<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Have experience in sales, client management, or branded merchandise</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Are proactive, curious, and great at asking the right questions</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Know how to build long-term partnerships through strategy and service</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Have worked with Fortune 500 clients—or are ready to grow into it</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Are based near (or open to working near) key client locations</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and forward-thinking environment</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Are energized by building something meaningful alongside great teammates</span></li>
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<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Note: While experience with enterprise accounts is a plus, it’s not required. We value hunger, humility, and transferable skills.</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;"><br></span><span style="font-weight: bold; font-size: 16.0pt;">About BDA</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Bensussen Deutsch & Associates, LLC (BDA) is a global leader in branded merchandise and marketing services for some of the world’s most recognized brands—think AT&T, Dell, Major League Sports, Corona, FedEx, GitHub, Orangetheory Fitness, Coca-Cola, and ExxonMobil.</p>
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">With 40+ years of experience, we deliver high-impact merchandise solutions through strategy, speed, and creativity.</p>
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<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 16.0pt;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Fun Facts</span></p>
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<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-weight: bold; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">BDA ranks #6</span><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> on Counselor’s Top 40 Distributors (2025)</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-weight: bold; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">CEO Jay Deutsch</span><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> was named to the </span><span style="font-weight: bold; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Top 10 of Counselor’s Power 50</span><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> in 2024</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Named a </span><span style="font-weight: bold; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Best Place to Work in Sports</span><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> by </span><span style="font-style: italic; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Sports Business Journal</span></li>
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<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 16.0pt;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">No Current Openings? No Problem.</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Apply now to be considered for future roles. We’ll keep your information on file and reach out when your background aligns with new client opportunities.</p>
<p> </p><div class="content-conclusion"><div class="about-us-description ng-binding">BDA is more than a workplace - it’s a family. For more than four decades we’ve promoted a vibrant and welcoming culture that not only accepts but demands you to be different. The quirky, the bold, the creative and the unique make up the foundation of a company that the most iconic brands in the world look to help tell their story through the power of merchandise.</div>
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