National Account Manager- Foodservice
About The Position
The National Account Manager manages sales activities and customer accounts in the foodservice industry. The role develops and executes a sales business plan, maintains customer relationships, identifies sales opportunities through data analysis, and oversees customer service levels provided by sales staff. It also supports product advertising, manages controllable spending, prepares sales presentations and contract proposals, negotiates prices with accounts and suppliers, and handles sales administration such as pricing, promotions, and reporting. The position is based in an office environment and requires travel up to 45% of the time. It is eligible for a bonus based on company goals and performance.
Requirements
- 3–5 years of sales experience in the food industry.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Basic PC skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a business plan for managing sales activities.
- Maintain and initiate relationships with customer accounts.
- Use data sources to analyze and capitalize on sales opportunities.
- Manage customer service levels of the sales staff.
- Assist in planning product advertisements.
- Manage controllable budget spending.
- Prepare and deliver effective sales presentations and contract proposals to customers.
- Negotiate prices with sales accounts and suppliers.
- Manage sales administrative functions, including pricing, promotions, and reporting.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- AD&D and life insurance.
- 401(k) with discretionary match.
- Wellness programs.
- Paid time off.
- Company-paid holidays.
- Voluntary benefit options.
- Bonus based on company goals/performance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
