Growth-Focused Food Sales Account Manager

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a driven Sales professional to manage direct account sales of consumer goods to key customers in a fast-paced environment.

You will collaborate with internal teams to meet business goals, communicate product availability and pricing, and address customer needs. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to travel up to 80% as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university; 2+ years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Knowledge of the dynamics of the food business industry or retail channels.
• Experience with customer-focused and fact-based selling, including IRI, Nielsen and Perishable Group data.
• Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• High level of written and verbal communication skills, organizational planning, and adaptability.
• Respectful, approachable and team-oriented while building strong working relationships.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Possess a valid driver’s license; may travel up to 80%.

Responsibilities

• Direct Sales Responsibility: Achieve budgeted sales of consumer goods to key customers and grow existing accounts.
• Communications and Product Management: Stay current on product management, marketing, and R&D to drive sales and communicate pricing and logistics.
• Customer Service: Ensure prompt and equitable disposition of customer issues, including possible communication with corporate HQ.

Skills

Customer-focused selling

Data analysis (IRI, Nielsen)

Relationship building

Communication (written & verbal)

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a driven Sales professional to manage direct account sales of consumer goods to key customers in a fast-paced environment.

You will collaborate with internal teams to meet business goals, communicate product availability and pricing, and address customer needs. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to travel up to 80% as required.