Strategic Sales Account Manager — Fast-Paced CPG Growth

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Smithfield, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Sales Account Manager to drive new product placement and sustainable growth with key customers at on-site Smithfield, VA.

You will manage daily pricing, product availability, and order flow while coordinating with Business Management, Plant Operations, and Sales leadership. The role emphasizes relationship building, data-driven selling with IRI/Nielsen insights, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university required.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in sales or account management in food/CPG.
• Knowledge of food business dynamics and retail channels.
• Experience with data like IRI, Nielsen, and Perishable Group.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct sales: achieve budgeted consumer goods sales with key customers and grow accounts.
• Communicate product availability, pricing, and logistics with customers and internal teams.
• Provide responsive customer service and resolve issues in collaboration with HQ and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Customer-focused selling

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Adaptability

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Sales Account Manager to drive new product placement and sustainable growth with key customers at on-site Smithfield, VA.

You will manage daily pricing, product availability, and order flow while coordinating with Business Management, Plant Operations, and Sales leadership. The role emphasizes relationship building, data-driven selling with IRI/Nielsen insights, and strong communication.