Key Account Manager - Southwest Region

*** THIS IS NOT A ROLE WITH FORCEBRANDS***

Our client is seeking a Key Account Manager to manage & build their presence within Natural and Conventional Grocery accounts in the Southwest Region
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• Own strategic account plans based on velocity & volume potential
• Manage the current business and hunt new opportunities in the Natural & Conventional Grocery channel; monitor pricing and adjust on a weekly & monthly basis as needed to ensure alignment across a variety of skus, packages, and retailers
• Work closely with distributors, brokers, and internal local sales teams to ensure proper execution of programs

• 5+ years of sales experience in food and/or beverage, with some beverage industry experience required
• Current relationships with and a track record of success selling into Independent & Natural Grocery retailers - particularly regional buying groups (2-80 stores)
• Experience working with distributors & brokers
• Proficiency in Excel & Power Point
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Valid driver's license & access to a vehicle required
• Comfortable with up to ~50% regular travel within the assigned region
• Candidates must be based near a major airport in Arizona, SoCal, or Colorado

If this sounds like a fit, we'd love to connect!