Pet Specialty Key Accounts Growth Lead

gpac; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary 70k-100k

Bonus 10-25%

Benefits

Onsite office

Job summary

gpac is seeking a Key Account Manager - Pet Specialty to join our team in DuPage County, IL. This onsite role focuses on managing national and regional pet retailers and distributors, building HQ-level relationships, and driving distribution across the pet channel.

You will analyze trends, develop account plans, and collaborate with the Regional Sales Manager. Occasional travel is required as part of maintaining strong customer partnerships.

Qualifications

• Pet industry experience required, pet specialty preferred.
• Headquarters-level key account management experience required.
• Local to DuPage County, IL and onsite.
• Strong ability to analyze trends and data to support sales strategies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as main contact for national/regional pet specialty retailers and distributors.
• Develop and maintain HQ-level relationships to drive distribution and sales growth.
• Use trends and sales data to shape account strategy.
• Participate in performance reviews and market presentations.
• Engage with existing accounts to meet needs and goals.
• Work with Regional Sales Manager on account plans as individual contributor.

Skills

Pet industry experience

Headquarters-level account management

Data/trends analysis

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

gpac is seeking a Key Account Manager - Pet Specialty to join our team in DuPage County, IL. This onsite role focuses on managing national and regional pet retailers and distributors, building HQ-level relationships, and driving distribution across the pet channel.

You will analyze trends, develop account plans, and collaborate with the Regional Sales Manager. Occasional travel is required as part of maintaining strong customer partnerships.