Director Key Accounts Natural West

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We’re seeking a dynamic and results‑driven Director, Natural to lead a high‑performing sales team in a key market. This role is critical to our company’s growth and profitability and is recognized by senior leadership as a strategic contributor. If you’re passionate about building strong customer relationships, driving revenue, and mentoring top talent, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact.

• Lead and develop a department of Account Managers across retail categories such as Grocery, Frozen Foods, HBC, Deli/Bakery, and Confection.
• Build superior relationships with key decision‑makers and serve as the primary contact for principal‑specific initiatives including Promotions Strategy.
• Work with Business Manager to create and execute Customer Business Plans using data‑driven insights. Leverage tools like SPINS, Excel, and PowerPoint to support strategic decisions.
• Supervise, monitor, and evaluate direct reports. Implement development plans.

Education:

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Experience:

• Proven track record in a sales capacity with a food broker or major national company.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and direct others successfully.

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, presentation, negotiation, and sales skills.
• Proficiency in sales‑support software and analytical tools.
• Ability to analyze sales and marketing data for effective presentations.

• Ability to travel.
• Strong listening and visual acuity.

• Be part of a company that values leadership, innovation, and collaboration.
• Work with top‑tier clients and industry‑leading brands.
• Enjoy a culture that supports professional growth and recognizes excellence.

Acosta is part of the Acosta Group – a collective of the industry’s most trusted retail, marketing and food service agencies reimagining the way people connect with brands at every point in their shopping journey. Specializing in retail sales services, digital strategy, and business intelligence, Acosta empowers brands to thrive in the world of omnichannel shopping. Our sales and digital teams build lasting relationships, ensuring our client brands get the space they deserve in stores and outperform the competition online, while our merch reps make brands shine in retail locations across the world.

With a team of over 20,000 associates, we’re a community of forward‑thinking, value‑driven professionals committed to an unmatched level of trust and transparency in the industry. We value work‑life balance and offer flexible scheduling options for many field roles.

Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and will ensure that applicants with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact  Be sure to include “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject of your email to expedite the request.

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• Job Category:
  Wholesale
• Position Type:
  Full time
• Business Unit:
  Corporate
• Salary Range: $ - $
• Company:
  Acosta Employee Holdco LLC
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