Inside Acosta Group’s Leadership Development Program
Are you ready to kickstart your career and take your leadership potential to the next level? Acosta Group is committed to empowering future leaders with the tools, experiences, and connections necessary to make a meaningful impact.
Our Leadership Development Program (LDP) is a transformational 18-month rotational journey for early-career professionals eager to grow, learn, and lead.
Imagine rotating through several dynamic areas of our business including Retail, Foodservice, Business Intelligence, Sales, and Marketing.
Each rotation immerses you in:
- Hands-on projects
- Access to executive mentors to guide your experience
- Extensive leadership training to accelerate your professional growth
- Industry-leading technology, experts and operations
This program creates the opportunity to explore diverse roles, gain in-depth knowledge of our organization, and work alongside inspiring teams. By the end of your journey, you’ll have a clearer sense of your desired career path, a strong professional network, and the skills and experience to make an immediate impact.
Hear From LDP Alumni
Check out these inspiring reflections from our recent graduates, highlighting their most memorable moments and the invaluable lessons they gained from the LDP program:
Salley
“This program has equipped me with the skills to effectively run meetings, strategize solutions for company visions, manage cross-functional projects, analyze market trends, and acquire numerous other valuable skills.”
Kailey
“The program provided hands-on exposure to core pillars of the business. I gained a holistic understanding of the organization and how different departments collaborate to drive business success.”
Zac
“I learned the most during my Assisted Sales & Training (AS&T) rotation with the Client Insights & Geo Marketing Analytics (CIGMA) team. The advanced analytics and data tools provided incredible insights into shopper behaviors, ensuring clients connect with the most likely buyers.”
Jameson
“I have had the opportunity to work on numerous high-performing teams across the organization. This experience has helped me streamline my career goals along with gaining extensive knowledge across various functions of the CPG industry.”
Harrison
“It has been an incredible journey! The opportunities to collaborate with different parts of the company have been endless. Being exposed to a variety of roles, functions, company cultures and making lasting connections at all levels has been the most rewarding part. Acosta Group is a people business!”
Benjamin
“One of the highlights for me was the opportunity to travel to Nashville to support the Amazon Ops Live event. This was a valuable experience, allowing me to see everything that goes into running a successful event and how every team had to work together to drive results.”
Daniel
“My favorite part of the Leadership Development Program was learning from so many talented individuals throughout the organization. I’ve had the opportunity to work alongside a diverse group of professionals, and I’ve immensely benefited from their expertise and knowledge.”
Jett
“My time in the program enriched my career growth by giving me access to organizational leaders as mentors and allowing me to explore different teams, which enabled me to find where my talents fit best in the organization.”
Matthew
“The ability to work in a variety of roles as it has allowed me to work with a diverse group of people and broaden my skillset.”
Wayt
“My favorite part of the LDP was the accessibility we had to Senior Leadership throughout the program.”
In the nearly 20 years since the LDP program began, we’ve seen alumni accelerate across all areas of the business. Learn more about LDP alumni’s career trajectories here.
Ready to Lead? Your Journey Starts Here
If you’re an ambitious and curious early-career professional ready to build real-world experience and connect with inspiring mentors, the Acosta Group Leadership Development Program is your launchpad to success. In just 18 months, you’ll rotate through key areas of our business, hone your skills, and uncover where your unique talents can make the biggest impact.
Take the first step toward unlocking your potential. Join our LDP talent pool today and get ready to shape your future here.
