Retail Sales Lead

Kellogg; Leominster (MA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading snack company seeks a Retail Sales Lead in Leominster, MA. This role involves selling, negotiating, and executing business plans while collaborating with retail partners. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and strong communication skills. The annual salary ranges from $58,000 to $63,000, with opportunities for bonuses. This position requires a valid driver's license and in-store execution five days a week.

Benefits

Quarterly bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company contributions

Company car with insurance options

Monthly stipend for cell phone usage

Qualifications

• Basic technology skills including Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to independently manage a portfolio with operational discipline.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop compelling selling stories to drive business growth.
• Deliver on key performance metrics and maintain brand visibility.
• Implement creative solutions to overcome roadblocks.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Learning agility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Business intelligence tools

Job description

Overview

As a Retail Sales Lead for our Leominster, MA territory, you will collaborate with retail partners and our account teams while growing your territory by selling our brands. This role is onsite in retail stores, Local and National Grocery, in your territory Monday – Friday.

We are looking for a fact-based, data-driven approach to growing the business. Working in a warehouse delivery model, you will strive to become the partner of choice and help bring the best snacking brands to families through retail partnership, while building your expertise and network. Be part of the journey to redefine Sales—execute with excellence alongside a high-performing team.

Retail Role Details:

• Ideal candidate will reside within 45 miles of the center of this territory
• Salary position with quarterly bonus opportunity
• Fleet Program options:
  • Company Car with insurance and a gas card
  • Auto Vehicle Reimbursement: reimbursement for business use of your own vehicle
• Monthly stipend for cell phone usage

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

• Selling, Negotiating, and Executing Business Plans – Develop a compelling selling story that drives business growth for both retail customers and the company. Partner with key stakeholders and leverage business intelligence tools, including analytics platforms, Excel, and PowerPoint, to execute strategic business plans and lead negotiations.
• Drive Results – Deliver on key metrics such as POS budget, call coverage, and maintaining a "perfect shelf" strategy
• Building Relationships – Implement creative ideas and innovative solutions to overcome roadblocks and selling within the grocery landscape

We’re Looking for Someone With

• High school diploma or equivalent, with basic technology skills such as Microsoft Office applications
• Independent, self-motivated, and capable of strategically managing a portfolio of businesses with operational discipline and growth-focused insight
• Team-oriented collaborator who builds in-store relationships with a consistent field presence, driving to and working in retail locations five days a week to ensure brand visibility and execute on-site strategies
• Strong learning agility, problem-solving, influencing and negotiation skills, plus excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have a clear driving record with no disqualifying violations within the past 36 months, as it is a driving role
• Daily work requires long periods of walking, standing, bending, or carrying moderately heavy items (20-25 pounds). Extended work hours may include night, weekend, overnight, and early morning shifts. Standard field day is a minimum 7 hours in-store execution

Compensation

The annual salary range is $58,000 - $63,000, based on location, experience, and skill. Discretionary bonuses based on company and individual performance are available.

What’s Next

Applications for this position will be accepted through October 17, 2025. After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a recruiter and you may hear back by email or phone. For more about the hiring process and what we offer, review our How We Hire page. All applicants must have permanent legal authorization to work in the United States. This role does not sponsor employment visas.

Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email USA.Recruitment at Kellanova dot com.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, employee assistance program, and a 401(k) plan with company contributions. Part-time employees may have access to benefits on a pro-rated basis. See KellanovaTotalHealth.com for more information.

Get to Know Us

At Kellanova, we aim to be the world’s best-performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our brands and our people. Our brands include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Crunchy Nut, and more. We value equity, diversity, and inclusion and strive to create a culture of belonging. Mars has agreed to acquire Kellanova, with closing anticipated towards the end of 2025. More information is available at futureofsnacking.com. Our hiring teams will discuss further questions if your application advances in the process.

Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.