Remote Key Account Manager — Bakery Sales Growth

Calise Bakery; Lincoln (RI); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Calise & Sons Bakery is seeking a results-driven KEY ACCOUNT MANAGER - RETAIL FOOD to expand our branded business across New England. This full-time position in Lincoln, RI will call on retail and food service buyers, develop executive contacts, and drive merchandising initiatives in assigned territory.

The role requires 5+ years of direct experience in retail/food service, strong selling and negotiation skills, excellent communication, and a proven ability to plan and execute.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct working experience in retail and food service, preferably bakery sales.
• Strong selling, negotiation and leadership skills with the ability to influence buyers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and the ability to work with executives.
• Must be self-motivated, organized, and able to manage time and drive results.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be willing to travel.

Responsibilities

• Represent Calise Bakery in the assigned marketing territory and identify new revenue.
• Develop executive, buying, and field level contacts with key decision makers.
• Ensure merchandising and product initiatives are on target in the area.
• Collaborate with distributor management to develop new business opportunities.
• Communicate regularly with VP of Sales and expand the company's product reach.

Skills

Sales experience

Negotiation

Communication

Leadership

Time management

Self-starter

Travel willingness

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Calise & Sons Bakery is seeking a results-driven KEY ACCOUNT MANAGER - RETAIL FOOD to expand our branded business across New England. This full-time position in Lincoln, RI will call on retail and food service buyers, develop executive contacts, and drive merchandising initiatives in assigned territory.

The role requires 5+ years of direct experience in retail/food service, strong selling and negotiation skills, excellent communication, and a proven ability to plan and execute.