Stanley 1913
Strategic Account Manager, Hardware
Chicago, IL · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$130k-$145kDetected 14 days ago
Account ManagementNegotiationSupply ChainLeadershipCollaborationDemand Planning
About the role
- The Stanley 1913 brand has fueled the human experience since the iconic Stanley vacuum bottle revolutionized the way people enjoyed food and beverage.
- The ideal candidate has strong experience leading national retail accounts, hardware or cooperative retail networks, and understands the operational and merchandising dynamics of independent hardware retailers.
- This is a remote opportunity open to candidates based in the Greater Chicago, IL area only.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary account lead for Ace Hardware, being a great partner with corporate teams and supporting field execution across the cooperative.
- Drive sell-in and sell-through through assortment optimization, seasonal programs, and promotions.
- Collaborate with Ace merchandising teams to secure new product placements and expanded distribution.
- Lead planning for Ace market events, promotional periods, and seasonal resets.
- Partner with marketing and retail merchandising teams to develop hardware-specific displays, packaging, and promotions.
- Partner with supply chain, demand planning, and operations teams to ensure product availability and inventory flow.
- Support initiatives that help independent Ace retailers successfully sell Stanley 1913 products in-store.
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and relationship-building skills.
- Strong sell-through performance and retail partner engagement.
Requirements
- 7+ years of sales or account management experience in consumer goods, outdoor products, or lifestyle brands.
- Ability to work cross-functionally across sales, marketing, and supply chain teams.
- Experience launching new products or programs within retail channels.
- Familiarity with seasonal merchandising and promotional planning.
Nice to have
- Experience leading hardware, farm & ranch, or independent retail channels preferred.
- Prior experience working with co-op retail structures (Ace Hardware, Do it Best, True Value, etc.) is a strong plus.
Compensation
- $130,000 - $145,000 USD
- Morgan Street Holdings employs over 10,000 people and serves 300+ customers across the globe.
- Morgan Street Holdings supports the Stanley 1913 brand with competitive pay and benefits, along with exposure to diverse industries and professional networking and development opportunities.
- Develop and execute annual sales, assortment, and growth strategies for the hardware channel.
- Deliver annual sales and margin targets for the hardware channel.
Company info
- Stanley 1913 - Built for Life® since 1913.
- The Stanley 1913 brand has fueled the human experience since the iconic Stanley vacuum bottle revolutionized the way people enjoyed food and beverage. Today, our colorful and thoughtfully designed products including the popular Quencher ™ series go beyond function, elevating everyday moments with style and empowering active lifestyles. We're a community of creators, builders, and inventors who believe in creating sustainable products for a better life and world that minimiz e s our impact on the planet. Learn more at www.stanley1913.com.
- Position Overview
- Stanley 1913 is seeking a highly motivated Strategic Account Manager to lead and grow our presence within the hardware channel, with primary responsibility for the Ace Hardware cooperative network. This role will lead the strategic relationship with Ace Hardware, driving sales growth, optimizing assortment, and delivering merchandising strategies that expand Stanley 1913's footprint across the channel.
- The Stanley 1913 brand is owned by Morgan Street Holdings (formerly HAVI), a privately held enterprise with a diverse portfolio of operating companies, including HAVI Supply Chain, tms, and Continental.
- Morgan Street Holdings' portfolio provides best-in-class sourcing and supply chain capabilities, brand-defining marketing and promotion services, innovative consumer products, and dining and refreshment food solutions.
- Morgan Street Holdings employs over 10,000 people and serves 300+ customers across the globe.
- Morgan Street Holdings supports the Stanley 1913 brand with competitive pay and benefits, along with exposure to diverse industries and professional networking and development opportunities.
- Today, our colorful and thoughtfully designed products including the popular Quencher ™ series go beyond function, elevating everyday moments with style and empowering active lifestyles.
- We're a community of creators, builders, and inventors who believe in creating sustainable products for a better life and world that minimiz e s our impact on the planet.
- Learn more at www.stanley1913.com.
- Stanley 1913 is seeking a highly motivated Strategic Account Manager to lead and grow our presence within the hardware channel, with primary responsibility for the Ace Hardware cooperative network.
- This role will lead the strategic relationship with Ace Hardware, driving sales growth, optimizing assortment, and delivering merchandising strategies that expand Stanley 1913's footprint across the channel.
- Account Management & Strategy
- Develop and execute annual sales, assortment, and growth strategies for the hardware channel.
- Identify opportunities to expand Stanley 1913's presence across Ace's network of independent retailers.
- Sales & Revenue Growth
- Deliver annual sales and margin targets for the hardware channel.
- Merchandising & Programs
- Monitor retail performance and recommend adjustments to improve productivity.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
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