Are you an excellent project and program manager with a knack for writing and client engagement? Does the opportunity to travel excite you? If so, you may be our next Account Manager.
Bryant Christie Inc. is looking for Account Managers to work directly with food, beverage, and agricultural organizations on their export development programs and initiatives. This includes strategic planning, program management and activity implementation, as well as grant application development and writing, and financial management. The ideal candidate will have a strategic mindset to help guide and support export growth, an ability to gain the trust of peers, clients and other partners, outstanding writing skills, and attention to detail.
Key responsibilities:
- Strategic Program Management: Lead and implement export development programs and initiatives.
- Client Relationship Building: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with government officials, clients, industry representatives, importers, retailers, and subcontractors.
- Event Coordination: Manage projects such as trade shows, seminars, trade missions, and promotions.
- Grant Administration: Develop, write, and manage USDA export assistance grant programs.
- Financial Management: Oversee contracting, budgeting, and invoice processing, supported by finance staff.
- Reporting: Deliver presentations and reports to program and industry stakeholders.
- Travel: Participate in domestic and international travel (up to 10% of the time)
What we’re looking for:
- Education: College degree in business, economics, international relations, political science, policy, marketing, or a related field.
- Experience: 2-5 years in project, program, and/or account management.
- Skills: Strong written and oral communication, diplomacy within various cultures, and excellent multi-project management.
- Mindset: Strategic thinker with attention to detail and the ability to build trust with peers, clients, and partners.
What could set you apart:
- Sector Knowledge: Familiarity with agriculture, food, or beverage sectors.
- International Trade: Interest and knowledge in international trade or business.
- Global Experience: Experience living or working internationally.
- Grant Writing: Prior experience in grant writing.
Location: Midtown Sacramento, California
BCI operates a hybrid model of in-office and remote working. Physical presence in the Sacramento area is required.
Salary Range: $70,000 – $90,000 annually, based on skills and experience
Perks and Benefits:
BCI encourages a healthy work/life balance and offers a range of benefits and perks including:
- Ten paid holidays annually
- Accrued vacation and sick time with rollover
- Generous medical/dental/vision insurance coverage
- Robust 401K plan with employer match
- Flexible work hours and hybrid in-office/remote working environment
- Two paid days off for charitable/volunteer work
- Bonuses/profit sharing based on company performance
- Training to support staff development
- Sabbaticals with stipend to be used for international travel in 10th year of service
- Regular team events, annual overnight staff retreat, agriculture/food/beverage field trips, and more
About BCI:
BCI helps companies and industry organizations throughout the U.S. to open, access, and develop markets with a focus on the agricultural, food, and beverage sectors. BCI offers a unique set of services that provide strategic solutions with a global vision. For additional information, go to www.bryantchristie.com.
To apply:
Please email the following to bci@bryantchristie.com – Attn: Human Resources.
- Cover letter or brief statement of your interest in the position
- Resume
- Short writing sample
We read all complete applications and do not scan them. Please tell us about your capabilities without concern for keywords. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
BCI is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital, familial or veteran status.
Bryant Christie Inc. reserves the right not to fill this position if it is not satisfied with the applicant pool or if business conditions change.
