National Account Sales Manager
SCUSA Saputo Cheese USA Inc.

Job Info

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

Remote, must be based in Cincinatti, OH

We have a great opportunity for a National Account Sales Manager to join our can-do and driven retail sales team. We offer a flexible, autonomous and inclusive working environment! If you are looking for opportunities to bring your best and grow in your own way then get in touch as we would love to get to know you.

The Regional Sales Manager is responsible for all aspects of account management for the Kroger/Albertsons business. The person in this role develops and executes a collaborative growth plan between Saputo and Kroger/Albertsons, working closely with category management, marketing, revenue management, and supply chain teams.

How You Will Make Contributions That Matter

• Own Kroger/Albertsons accounts, jointly developing annual business growth, sales, and margin plans in line with company and category goals.

• Plan, execute, close and follow up on negotiations in a manner that creates mutually beneficial outcomes.

• Manage the entire Saputo portfolio in the Cheese & Dairy section of the store across both Saputo branded business and Kroger/Albertson's private labels. Articulate the strengths of Saputo products {and services} relative to our competition.

• Leverage internal and external business drivers to guide actions and decisions to achieve Saputo's business goals.

• Own and deliver on accurate and timely forecasts for volume, trade spend, and profitability. Utilize customer sales and syndicated data to uncover opportunities, track KPI performance, and provide fact-based analysis for your business.

• Direct and monitor all aspects of trade promotions (including post-event analysis), to ensure effective investment of trade and shopper marketing funds.

• Execute agreements to deliver on customer expectations, while maximizing business value. Anticipate challenges that might impact the implementation of customer agreements and identify mitigation tactics to prevent them.

• Develop accurate annual SKU level forecasts by month based on item performance, seasonality, promotions, customer initiatives, and future opportunities.

• Act as a category thought leader to Kroger/Albertsons through utilization of shopper data, IRI market data in collaboration with Saputo insights, marketing, and category management teams. Share insights relevant to the customer or prospect in each stage of the sales cycle to advance and close sales opportunities.

• Build strategic relationships to include joint business planning, top to top interactions and overall visibility to key Kroger/Albertsons partners.

• Conduct internal and external business reviews to measure, evaluate, and present sales performance, identify opportunities for growth, and highlight any risks.

• Lead all sales calls, business reviews, and develop presentations to effectively drive initiatives and growth plans for Saputo and Kroger/Albertsons.

• Assist in fostering cross functional connectivity between Saputo and Kroger/Albertsons to improve and optimize overall supply chain and operations.

• Build and maintain positive relationships with customer personnel.

• Develop accurate annual SKU level forecasts by month based on item performance, seasonality, promotions, customer initiatives, and future opportunities.

• Utilize customer sales and syndicated data to uncover opportunities, track KPI performance, and provide fact-based analysis for your business.

• Develop strategies to drive growth and value and achieve/exceed annual volume and profit goals.

You Are Best Suited For The Role If You Have The Following Experience, Skills, and Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business administration, related field, or equivalent experience.

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in the CPG retail sales field, Kroger/Albertsons experience preferred.

• Knowledge, skills and abilities should include: Negotiation, Presentation, Insight Selling, Product Knowledge, Sales Management, Communications (both written and verbal), Sales Analysis, Forecasting, and Sales Tracking.

• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail and professionalism.

• Must be self-motivated, results oriented, possess high degree of initiative, and work well under pressure.

• Ability to effectively lead people, projects and processes.

• Up to 50% travel.

• Comfortable working remotely from Cincinnati, OH.

We Support and Care For Our Employees By Providing Them With...

• Development opportunities that enhance their career fulfillment

• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help them care for their families

• Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products

Salary Range: $102,170 - $134,100

Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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