Account Manager - CPG

Jobot; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunity

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Account Manager to lead and grow strategic grocery retail partnerships for a fast-changing CPG brand. You will own customer relationships, develop joint business plans, and drive distribution, profitability, and brand presence across regional banners.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in CPG account management, strong negotiation, analytics, and presentation skills, and is comfortable traveling 25–40% to meet customers and lead business reviews.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of account management or sales experience in the CPG industry.
• Strong analytical, presentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to travel 25–40%.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of regional grocery accounts (Publix, Hy-Vee, Raley's, etc.).
• Develop and execute annual joint business plans to achieve revenue and distribution goals.
• Build relationships with buyers, category managers, and decision-makers.
• Negotiate pricing, promotions, and item authorizations; maximize shelf presence.
• Forecast sales and monitor performance; coordinate with supply chain for product availability.
• Lead customer business reviews and present performance insights and growth strategies.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business / Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job details

(Food and beverage account management is a MUST!)

Salary: $110,000 - $145,000 per year

A bit about us

Our client is a rapidly growing, mission-driven consumer packaged goods (CPG) company dedicated to helping people live healthier lives. Their portfolio of better-for-you products is found in leading grocery retailers across the country, and they are passionate about delivering innovative, high-quality products that consumers can feel good about. As they continue to expand their retail footprint, they are looking for an experienced Account Manager to help drive sales growth and strengthen relationships with key grocery partners.

Why join us?

• Join a fast-growing, mission-driven company that's making healthier living more accessible.
• Be part of an entrepreneurial team where your ideas and contributions have a direct impact on the business.
• Manage some of the nation's most recognizable grocery retailers while helping expand a beloved better-for-you brand.
• Competitive compensation, bonus opportunity, comprehensive benefits, and significant opportunities for career growth.
• Work alongside passionate professionals who are committed to innovation, collaboration, and making a positive difference in consumers' lives.

Account Manager Responsibilities

The Account Manager will be responsible for managing and growing strategic grocery retail accounts across multiple regional banners, including retailers such as Publix, Hy-Vee, Raley's, and other regional grocery chains. This individual will own customer relationships, execute joint business plans, identify growth opportunities, and partner cross-functionally to maximize sales, profitability, and brand presence.

The ideal candidate has experience managing grocery retail accounts within the food, beverage, or CPG industry and understands how to successfully grow brands in a competitive retail environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of regional grocery accounts, including retailers such as Publix, Hy-Vee, Raley's, and other strategic customers.
• Develop and execute annual joint business plans to achieve revenue, distribution, and profitability objectives.
• Build strong relationships with buyers, category managers, and key decision-makers.
• Negotiate pricing, promotional programs, new item authorizations, and merchandising opportunities.
• Drive distribution gains and maximize shelf placement across assigned accounts.
• Analyze sales performance, syndicated data (IRI/Circana), and customer trends to identify opportunities for growth.
• Forecast sales, monitor inventory levels, and collaborate with supply chain teams to ensure product availability.
• Partner closely with Marketing, Trade Marketing, Finance, and Operations to execute customer initiatives.
• Monitor competitive activity and marketplace trends to develop strategic recommendations.
• Lead customer business reviews and present performance insights and growth strategies.
• Manage promotional calendars, trade spend, and customer-specific budgets.
• Travel regularly to customer meetings, headquarters, and industry events as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• 4+ years of account management or sales experience within the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry.
• Experience managing regional grocery retailers such as Publix, Hy-Vee, Raley's, H-E-B, Meijer, or similar accounts.
• Strong understanding of grocery retail, category management, and syndicated data.
• Experience negotiating customer agreements and managing promotional programs.
• Excellent analytical, presentation, and communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong project management abilities.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to travel approximately 25-40%.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with natural, organic, or better-for-you food and beverage brands.
• Familiarity with retail analytics tools such as Circana (IRI), SPINS, or Nielsen.
• Experience working in a high-growth or entrepreneurial CPG company.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.