Key Responsibilities:
•Strategic Account Acquisition: Identify and penetrate untapped Tier-1 retail
channels; lead the end-to-end process from initial pitch to “vendor of record” status.
•Top-Level Negotiation: Direct annual Joint Business Planning (JBP) and line
reviews with senior buyers to optimize SKU assortments and promotional calendars.
•P&L & Margin Management: Full accountability for account profitability, managing
MDF (Marketing Development Funds), RTV (Return to Vendor) rates, and backend
rebates.
•Portfolio Strategy: Influence the product roadmap by providing market intelligence
on competitor movements (e.g., Ring, Arlo, Nest) and consumer trends in the smart
home security sector.
•Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborate with Marketing and Supply Chain teams to
ensure seamless execution of nationwide product launches and seasonal resets.