What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Manager, Customer Development - Retail position at Aspire Bakeries?
Aspire Bakeries is a North American baking company with a leadership position in specialty frozen baked goods. Formed from leading bakery companies, its innovative food portfolio includes breads, artisan breads, buns, cookies, donuts, muffins and pastries from beloved brands like La Brea Bakery , Otis Spunkmeyer , and Oakrun Farm Bakery . With 13 bakeries in North America, we are committed to driving innovation, predicting upcoming consumer trends and flavors, and exceeding our customers' expectations. Aspire Bakeries champions the values of Integrity, Ownership, Customer Focus, Creativity and Care to help us deliver on People Safety, Food Safety, Quality and Collaboration.
The Sr. Manager Customer Development, Retail is a key sales leadership position for the company and is accountable for driving existing company revenue and new item / program implementation within the assigned accounts.
The ideal candidate is a goal-oriented, customer and growth-focused individual who can quickly establish internal and external relationships and propel the assigned accounts forward.They are a well-balanced leader, particularly adept at driving results through collaboration as this position works closely with cross-functional teams when overseeing and launching new item launches.
Responsibilities :
- Manage key customer relationships and accounts to achieve all volume and value goals
- Serve as an expert on assigned customers and develops strategic customer plans that align with company goals and objectives
- Lead an internal cross-functional team (ex. Innovation / R&D, Finance, Commercialization) to successfully launch new items / line extensions and achieve the desired result for both customers and Aspire Bakeries
- Collaborate with Sr Directorto define, design, and deliver on key growth strategies, tactics, and action plans for the assigned accounts.
- Manage sales forecasts and budgets to achieve established goals and deliver profitable growth for assigned accounts
- Provide leadership and tactical direction to internal company departments in order to achieve outlined performance objectives
- Lead & participate in presentations, negotiations, sales meetings, and trade shows with key external & internal stakeholders
- Ensure customer satisfaction and develop lasting relationships with customers to ensure the attainment of all key metrics to drive profitability.
Qualifications :
Salary Range : $110,000 - $130,000
Benefits Designed with You in Mind
At Aspire Bakeries, we're committed to supporting your well-being, professional growth, and financial stability. Our comprehensive benefits package includes :
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Continuous Growth :
Performance-Based Rewards :
We value your hard work and dedication. That's why we offer performance-driven incentive programs tailored to your role :
At Aspire Bakeries, we believe that when you succeed, we all succeed. Join us and experience benefits that truly work as hard as you do!
Aspire Bakeries LLC values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. The final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, shift, education, skill, and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed In this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
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Aspire Bakeries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Salary : $110,000 - $130,000
