National Account Manager
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Key Responsibilities
- Own P&L and drive revenue growth across key accounts (Whole Foods, Sprouts, Vitamin Shoppe, and emerging specialty retailers) through distribution gains, shelf expansion, and velocity improvements.
- Develop and execute joint business plans, including annual planning, promotions, innovation launches, and category reviews.
- Build strong relationships with buyers and decision-makers, leading credible, insight-driven selling conversations grounded in product and category expertise.
- Expand presence in the natural and specialty channel by identifying new distribution opportunities and optimizing distributor partnerships (UNFI, KeHE).
- Analyze sales and market data (SPINS, POS, distributor reporting) to identify trends, close gaps, and drive continuous growth in partnership with cross-functional teams.
Candidate Profile
- 4–7 years of national account management experience in CPG, with strong success in natural/specialty channels; supplements or wellness experience preferred.
- Proven experience managing key retailers (e.g., Whole Foods, Sprouts, Vitamin Shoppe) and working with UNFI/KeHE.
- Strong commercial and analytical acumen, with the ability to turn data into actionable insights and compelling selling stories.
- Self-starter with an ownership mindset, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple accounts in a fast-paced environment
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Seniority level
Associate -
Employment type
Full-time -
Job function
Sales -
Industries
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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