Strategic Account Manager – Natural & Organic

KeHE Distributors, LLC; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 79,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Rx

Dental

Vision

FSA/HSA

Supplemental life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid sick time

STD/LTD

ESOP

Holiday pay

Job summary

KeHE Distributors, LLC is seeking an Account Manager to design and execute sales and marketing programs for Natural, Specialty, Organic and Fresh categories for Retail accounts. You will build relationships with Category Managers, Suppliers, and cross-functional teams to meet budget goals and drive profitable sales.

Travel up to 25% may be required, with flexibility for weekends or evenings. The role emphasizes strategic merchandising, data-driven selling, and collaboration across departments in

Qualifications

• Degree in business preferred with at least 5 years in CPG, Retail, or Supply Chain.
• Minimum 3 years in an account management role with customer-facing responsibilities.
• Able to communicate clearly and schedule effectively.
• Strong initiative, problem solving, and negotiation capabilities.
• Proven ability to meet or exceed objectives and collaborate cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic merchandising and marketing programs with category managers.
• Drive sales growth through data-driven selling and promotions.
• Develop plans and execute opportunities to grow the account.
• Build productive supplier/broker relationships to strengthen partnerships.
• Communicate across departments and maintain accurate item forecasts.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Negotiation skills

Verbal and written communication

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Education

Degree in business

Tools

Microsoft Excel (advanced)

PowerBI

SPINS

Circana

Neilson

Job description

KeHE Distributors, LLC is seeking an Account Manager to design and execute sales and marketing programs for Natural, Specialty, Organic and Fresh categories for Retail accounts. You will build relationships with Category Managers, Suppliers, and cross-functional teams to meet budget goals and drive profitable sales.

Travel up to 25% may be required, with flexibility for weekends or evenings. The role emphasizes strategic merchandising, data-driven selling, and collaboration across departments in