Sprouts

Green Spoon Sales•Phoenix, AZ

1d•Remote

About The Position

Green Spoon Sales is the leading natural products sales agency representing innovative CPG brands nationwide. We are a mission-driven organization committed to transforming the retail landscape by expanding shelf space for healthier, cleaner, and more sustainable products. In addition to our work in natural products, Green Spoon is deeply committed to environmental stewardship. As a proud member of 1% for the Planet, we support a wide range of nonprofit partners through volunteering, donations, and ongoing sustainability initiatives, reflecting our belief that business has a responsibility to create positive change for future generations. Green Spoon Sales is looking for a positive, passionate, and detail-oriented Key Account Manager for our Sprouts Team located in Phoenix, AZ.

Requirements

Motivated, diplomatic, and proactive attitude.
Relevant grocery experience required; Sprouts experience preferred.
A college degree strongly preferred.
Organic and natural experience preferred.
3+ years of relevant CPG experience and/or 2+ years direct Sprouts experience.
Proficiency in MS Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, OneNote
Excellent time management skills
Ability to multi-task with great attention to detail
Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

The ideal candidate would be in Phoenix, AZ or the surrounding metro area.

Responsibilities

Develop and strengthen relationships with Sprouts buying team as well as distributors used (KeHE, etc).
Be proactive in identifying new opportunities for our partners including “Speed to Shelf” and promotional opportunities.
Develop and recommend strategic promotional plans for our suppliers with understanding of Sprouts digital promotional offerings.
Introduce new products from our suppliers according to their new item protocol, adhering to all requirements and deadlines. Assist in seamless execution of new item launches and promotions.
Understand and utilize applicable analytics to drive sales and find opportunities.
Develop positive and trusting relationships with all principal clients and with all retailer and Distributor partners.
Collaborate with Green Spoon leadership team to generate ideas for growing our principals’ business and make suggestions for improvement.
Offer continuous communication and transparency to our supplier partners.
Present and receive buyer approvals for new lines/SKUs, promotional and seasonal opportunities, etc. while working to secure key retailer appointments for our principals.
Present and receive buyer approvals for new lines/SKUs, promotional and seasonal opportunities, etc.
Track new item launches and address voids.
Secure prime placement in planograms and on store shelves.
Prepare and submit New Items Forms, Distributor and Retail Promotions on a consistent basis by deadlines.
Secure key retailer appointments for our principals.
Attend retailer meetings with principals and collaborate on all paperwork and reporting.
Manage and oversee category review calendars that pertain to our principals and your account responsibilities.
Offer continuous communication and transparency to our supplier partners.