Key Account Executive - Major Grocery Account

Key Account Executive – Major Grocery Account

KB Search Team is partnering with a well‑established bakery brand to identify an experienced Key Account Executive to manage their Kroger Corporate and Divisional business across Cincinnati, Louisville, Columbus, and Michigan Central divisions.

THE OPPORTUNITY: This role offers the chance to be the strategic partner managing all aspects of this major account relationship. You’ll work directly with Kroger leadership teams on plan‑ogram development, drive period programs, promotional planning, and divisional expansion opportunities.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Manage all aspects of the Kroger Corporate and Divisional businesses
• Maintain and further current corporate and divisional relationships
• Drive profitable sales growth, market share expansion, and new item authorizations
• Create and implement promotional/sales plans within budget
• Become the go‑to expert for plan‑ogram development and execution
• Develop incremental display programs to drive sales growth
• Monitor competitive activity and develop plans to address business threats
• onie Sales Operations Team during key market times (holidays, resets, merchandising)

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• Bachelor’s degree or related experience required
• Previous Kroger account experience is preferred
• At least 3 years managing within a DSD company preferred
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

LOCATION & TRAVEL: Remote role with home office. Strong preference for candidates based in Ohio, Kentucky, or Michigan. Extensive travel required to cultivate Kroger corporate and divisional relationships. Overnight travel necessary.

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for account management and a desire to make a significant impact with a major retail partner, we encourage you to apply.

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* Full job description available upon request.)