National Account Manager

Responsibilities

A Kforce client, one of the world's leading consumer package goods companies is seeking a National Account Manager in Jersey City, NJ. The role can be hybrid or mainly remote - 2 days a quarter in office for meetings. There will be approximately up to 30% travel to various clients and trade shows nationwide. Summary: The National Account Manager will lead the account management responsibilities with various National customers. In this position the National Account Manager will be the key point of contact, on behalf of the company. Be responsible for growing sales and distribution, annual account planning, business reviews, sales tracking and analysis, trade budget management as well as create a strong relationship with all assigned accounts. Responsibilities:

• Maximize volume and revenue in assigned accounts by utilizing fact-based selling methods
• Develop, implement, and execute account specific growth
• Monitor channel trends, conducting data analysis, to identify gaps and key opportunities
• Develop and engage in business reviews, sales, and trade growth activities
• Execute general account management activities such as customer contract negotiations and agreements, new item entry, promotional programs and assortment recommendations
• Track effectiveness of channel marketing events and recommend strategic actions
• Prepare and present sales results to upper management
• Maintain and strengthen existing relationships while actively seeking new business opportunities to solicit growth
  
  

The role comes with the opportunity to earn quarterly bonuses if meet sales goals of up to 30% of base salary plus a monthly car allowance and benefits.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and/or equivalent work experience
• 2 years of sales/account management experience with consumer package goods (CPG) experience preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; With a high level of attention to detail
• An individual who wants to contribute positively to a growing department, adding value and positive contributions to the benefit of the organization
• Proficient in Microsoft applications, specifically Excel and PowerPoint
• This role requires superior project/time management skills coupled with strong interpersonal skills to handle multiple priorities and objectives aimed at meeting company growth targets
• The candidate must be analytical and a self-stater with the ability to work independently with limited supervision
• A personable team player who demonstrates professionalism under pressure with the ability to work and succeed in a fast moving, high paced business environment
• Must be willing to travel up to 30% of the time
  
  

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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