Job Description

Business Manager – Center Store (Metro NY/NJ)
Location: Metro NY/NJ Area (Hybrid/Field Based)
Industry: Food Sales & Marketing

About the Role
We’re seeking a high energy, results driven Business Manager with center store expertiseand established knowledge of Metro New York retailers.This role is essential to strengthening client partnerships, driving brand growth, and activating customer specific strategies at the store level. You’ll work closely with our clients, customers, and internal teams to develop tailored sales, merchandising, and marketing programs that deliver results in a fast paced, high impact environment.

What You’ll Do

• Act as a trusted brand ambassador for Affinity Group and our clients
• Partner with key Metro NY retailers and stakeholders to develop and execute strategic sales and merchandising initiatives
• Drive execution of new product launches and promotional plans, ensuring alignment with trade spend and client objectives
• Utilize syndicated data and category insights (IRI, Nielsen) to support fact-based selling
• Track and analyze sales volume, promotional activity, and competitive landscape
• Collaborate across cross-functional teams (Account Management, Retail Merchandising, Sales Support) to ensure seamless execution and reporting
• Present client specific business reviews, growth opportunities, and actionable strategies to internal and external stakeholders
• Maintain timely and accurate records of trade spend, deductions, and pricing activity
• Provide leadership with insights into customer challenges and emerging market trends

What You Bring

• Proven experience in produce and grocery retail (Metro NY market strongly preferred)
• Strong understanding of grocery retail structures, operations, and sales execution
• Experience working in food brokerage, retail sales, or CPG preferred
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Skilled in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and syndicated data platforms (IRI, Nielsen)
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and collaborative
• Bachelor’s degree preferred

Other Requirements

• Must have reliable transportation to visit retail locations, customer sites, and meetings
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs as needed

Why Join Affinity Group?
At Affinity, you’ll be part of a growing team that values innovation, collaboration, and impact. This is more than a job. It’s a chance to shape the success of iconic brands while building a rewarding career!
Salary range: $80k-$120k+

The Affinity Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.