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Meta RL (Reality Labs) EMEA Retail is looking for an experienced Account Manager - Germany AR/VR. Germany/DE will be a key focus as well as other responsibilities for Amazon EMEA. The position will primarily involve developing and managing retail channel partners for AR/VR products, creating and implementing partner specific business plans, negotiating pricing and promotions, monitoring competitor activity and supporting marketing initiatives that deliver sales growth.The candidate will have the ability to effectively influence data and communicate cross-functionally at all levels of management. The candidate will thrive in a fast paced, team-oriented environment, working cross-functionally with the sales, product & business management, marketing, operations and finance teams to develop new ways to improve the purchase experience for customers.

Strategic Account Manager - Germany AR/VR Responsibilities:

• Define and manage an annual business plan with retail partners for all of Meta RL hardware products and any AR/VR platform devices in the territory. This encompassing, but not limited to, clearly defining best retailer coverage, sales target, resource allocations, in-store POS planning, ATL & BTL marketing activity, and planned investments from retail partners.
• Own all inventory planning with forecast management
• Review Sell in / Out data to identify new opportunities within existing product ranges.
• Plan all new product launches in collaboration with Sales, marketing, business operations, partnerships and deliver clear and concise communication of plan to partners
• Responsible for driving sales and daily account management activities with key partners
• Maintain account plans and build close working relationships with key stakeholders in the marketplace.
• Develop in conjunction with marketing a defined channel marketing, merchandising and product training plan.
• Execute and manage commercial strategies (MSRP, Selected Distribution Criteria)
• Provide an objective viewpoint based on an in-depth understanding of commercial and competitive information
• Work closely with operations to implement and execute a CPFR process with retail and internal business partners
• Drive teams internally to meet the needs and requirements of the customer
• Achieve a monthly / quarterly / annual targets

Minimum Qualifications:

• BA/BS in Business or Marketing related field (In lieu of degree, 7+ years of relevant work experience).
• 7+ or more years of experience in sales, account management or business development within retail in technology sector
• Experience in negotiating in operator, retail & distribution agreements
• Experience delivering presentations to stakeholders including external partners
• Understanding of the market is essential, industry trends, market conditions and competitive landscape
• Analytical skills & the ability to effectively influence and communicate cross-functionally with all stakeholders
• Proven track record of success in delivery of sales quotas against business plans.

Preferred Qualifications:

• P&L management for hardware or content sales is preferred
• Direct management of Amazon account highly desirable
• Thorough understanding of Amazon proprietary business tools e.g. AMS, AMG
• Program management experience in retail, consumer products or consumer technology
• Sales or operations experience in consumer hardware, technology or similar product verticals
• Experience in FMCG highly desirable