Account Manager

KeHE Distributors, LLC•Lubbock, TX

13d

About The Position

At KeHE, we’re obsessed with creating solutions, unboxing potential, and serving others – and it all starts with you. As an employee-owned distributor of natural and organic, specialty, and fresh products, we’re committed to making a positive impact and scaling our success together. With a culture that fosters development and opportunity, you’ll be embarking on a career that’s moving forward. When you join KeHE, you’re becoming part of a team that is a force for good. The Account Manager is accountable to design and execute sales and marketing programs for the Retail Company's account. Key drivers for success in this position involve building and leveraging relationships with vendors, KeHE sales reps, and the Retail Company's personnel. Ultimately, the scorecard for success will be measured by the increase of profitable sales as well as deepened relationships within the account. As with all positions at KeHE we expect that all actions will be consistent with KeHE's Mission, Vision and Values.

Requirements

4-year Bachelor's Degree in Business
Minimum five (5) years' experience in sales of grocery products to chain accounts.
Proven track record of meeting and exceeding customer expectations.
Equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.
Comfort and experience utilizing Microsoft desktop and legacy enterprise software.

Responsibilities

Increase sales at the account through analytical and fact-based selling.
Increase sales by developing creative promotional plans and managing through to profitable execution.
Increase sales by finding new business opportunities and through consistent follow up.
Work with a sense of urgency towards projects, requests, and deadlines.
Coordinate activities and communications among vendors and company functional groups.
Monitor competitor activities and recommend paths forward to address these activities.
Monitor credits and account receivables.
Communicate with all departments and organizational levels regarding sales and operations.
Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, including some weekends.
Ability and willingness to travel up to 25%.
Assure that established company policies and procedures are followed in achieving the above accountabilities.