Sprouts / Key Account Manager - Phoenix, AZ (Natural Food/Grocery)

Sprouts - Key Account Manager

Green Spoon Sales is leading natural products sales agency, representing the most exciting and innovative brands in CPG nationwide. We are a mission-driven team fueled by the desire to transform the retail landscape and expand the shelf space of healthier, cleaner, sustainable products. Join us on our journey of spreading good food and good vibes while impacting the world around us in a positive way. Natural Food, Good People.

Green Spoon Sales is looking for a positive, passionate, and detail-oriented Sprouts - Key Account Manager based in the Phoenix, AZ area. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

·      Develop and strengthen relationships with Sprouts buying team as well as distributors used (KeHE, etc).

·      Be proactive in identifying new opportunities for our partners including “Speed to Shelf” and promotional

    opportunities.

·      Develop and recommend strategic promotional plans for our suppliers with understanding of Sprouts digital

    promotional offerings.

·      Introduce new products from our suppliers according to their new item protocol, adhering to all requirements

    and deadlines. Assist in seamless execution of new item launches and promotions.

·      Understand and utilize applicable analytics to drive sales and find opportunities. 

·      Develop positive and trusting relationships with all principal clients and with all retailer and Distributor partners.

·      Collaborate with Green Spoon leadership team to generate ideas for growing our principals’ business and

    make suggestions for improvement.

·      Offer continuous communication and transparency to our supplier partners.

·      Present and receive buyer approvals for new lines/SKUs, promotional and seasonal opportunities, etc. while       working to secure key retailer appointments for our principals.

Measureables:

·   Present and receive buyer approvals for new lines/SKUs, promotional and seasonal opportunities, etc.

·   Track new item launches and address voids.

·   Secure prime placement in planograms and on store shelves.

·   Prepare and submit New Items Forms, Distributor and Retail Promotions on a consistent basis by deadlines.

·   Secure key retailer appointments for our principals.

·   Attend retailer meetings with principals and collaborate on all paperwork and reporting.

·   Manage and oversee category review calendars that pertain to our principals and your account responsibilities.

·   Offer continuous communication and transparency to our supplier partners.

Qualifications & Skills:

·   Motivated, diplomatic, and proactive attitude. 

·   The ideal candidate would be in Phoenix, AZ or the surrounding metro area.

·   Relevant grocery experience required; Sprouts experience preferred.

·   A college degree strongly preferred.

·   Organic and natural experience preferred.

·   3 years of relevant CPG experience and/or 2 years direct Sprouts experience.

·   Proficiency in MS Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, OneNote

·   Excellent time management skills

·   Ability to multi-task with great attention to detail

·   Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds.

*Leadership reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities as needed to ensure alignment with overarching department goals.

Some of the awesome benefits you will receive as a Team Member at Green Spoon!

·      Amazing company culture!

·      15%-25% higher salary package over competitive agencies

·      401k Match Plan - 100% Employer Match up to 4% of Salary

·      100% covered strong Health insurance plan

·      100% covered strong Dental insurance plan

·      100% covered strong Vision insurance plan

·      Critical Illness & Accident & Hospital Indemnity insurance

·      Employee assistance program

·      Flexible spending account

·      Health savings account

·      Short-term and Long-term Disability insurance

·      Life insurance

·      Strong PTO Plan

·      Paid Personal Wellness Days

·      10 Paid Holidays (Birthday - paid day off)

·      "Home for the Holidays" Break

·      Bi-Monthly Office Allowance

·      Annual Team Builds

·      Annual Wellness Stipend

·      Paid Volunteer Hours – 1% For The Planet (Team on a Mission!)

Thank you in advance for your interest in Green Spoon. Due to applicant volume, regretfully we are unable to respond to all inquiries.

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