Whole Foods Market Key Account Manager

Green Spoon Sales; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a mission-driven team at an innovative natural products sales agency as a Whole Foods Market Key Account Manager. This role is perfect for a passionate individual based in the greater Austin area who is eager to leverage their Whole Foods experience to drive sales and enhance relationships with key clients. You will play a vital role in executing new product launches, developing promotional strategies, and collaborating with a supportive leadership team. This exciting opportunity allows you to impact the retail landscape positively while enjoying a culture that values good food and good vibes. If you are ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

401k Match Plan - 100% Employer Match up to 4%

100% covered Health insurance

100% covered Dental insurance

100% covered Vision insurance

Critical Illness & Accident insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Short-term and Long-term Disability insurance

Paid Volunteer Hours

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CPG experience and/or 1+ years of direct WFM HQ grocery experience.
• Proactive attitude and ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Leverage Whole Foods sales experience to position supplier partners effectively.
• Develop relationships with category managers and distributors.
• Assist in executing new item launches and promotions.

Skills

Whole Foods experience

Key Account management

Sales experience

CPG experience

Motivated attitude

Organic and natural products knowledge

Education

College degree

Job description

Green Spoon Sales is a leading natural products sales agency, representing the most exciting and innovative brands in CPG nationwide. We are a mission-driven team fueled by the desire to transform the retail landscape and expand the shelf space of healthier, cleaner, sustainable products. Join us on our journey of spreading good food and good vibes while impacting the world around us in a positive way. Natural Food, Good People.

Green Spoon Sales is looking for a positive, passionate, and detail-oriented Whole Foods Market Key Account Manager based in the greater Austin, TX area to assist our Whole Foods team. This will primarily be a home office position.

Responsibilities

1. Leverage existing Whole Foods grocery sales experience to best position supplier partners in a competitive retailer landscape.
2. Assist in seamless execution of new item launches and promotions.
3. Develop and strengthen relationships with WFM and the category managers as well as distributors used (UNFI, etc.).
4. Be proactive in identifying new opportunities for our partners including OCCIs, backfills, marketing support, etc.
5. Develop and recommend strategic promotional plans for our suppliers at this account.
6. Introduce new products from our suppliers according to WFM’s new item protocol, adhering to all requirements and deadlines.
7. Understand and utilize applicable analytics to drive sales and find opportunities.
8. Develop positive and trusting relationships with all principal clients and with all retailer and Distributor partners.
9. Collaborate with the Green Spoon leadership team to generate ideas for growing our principals’ business and make suggestions for improvement.
10. Work with our team to continuously improve effectiveness and productivity.

Measurable Objectives

1. Present and receive buyer approvals for new lines/SKUs, promotional and seasonal opportunities, etc.
2. Track new item launches and address voids.
3. Secure prime placement in planograms and on store shelves.
4. Prepare and submit New Items Forms, Distributor and Retail Promotions on a consistent basis by deadlines.
5. Secure key retailer appointments for our principals.
6. Attend retailer meetings with principals and collaborate on all paperwork and reporting (via phone, Zoom or in-person).
7. Manage and oversee category review calendars that pertain to our principals and your account responsibilities.
8. Offer continuous communication and transparency to our supplier partners.

Qualifications & Skills

1. The ideal candidate is located in Austin, TX or the surrounding area.
2. College degree strongly preferred.
3. Whole Foods experience required.
4. Key Account management and sales experience required.
5. 3+ years of relevant CPG experience and/or 1+ years direct WFM HQ grocery experience.
6. Motivated, diplomatic, and proactive attitude.
7. Organic and natural experience preferred.
8. Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds.
9. Willingness to travel out of state and to WFM Austin HQ as needed for meetings and sample delivery.

*Leadership reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities as needed to ensure alignment with overarching department goals.

Some of the awesome benefits you will receive as a Team Member at Green Spoon!

1. Amazing company culture!
2. 15%-25%+ higher salary package over competitive agencies
3. 401k Match Plan - 100% Employer Match up to 4% of Salary
4. 100% covered strong Health insurance plan
5. 100% covered strong Dental insurance plan
6. 100% covered strong Vision insurance plan
7. Critical Illness & Accident & Hospital Indemnity insurance
8. Employee assistance program
9. Flexible spending account
10. Health savings account
11. Short-term and Long-term Disability insurance
12. 10 Paid Holidays (Birthday - paid day off)
13. "Home for the Holidays" Break
14. Bi-Monthly Phone Allowance
15. Annual Wellness Stipend
16. Paid Volunteer Hours – 1% For The Planet (Team on a Mission!)

Thank you in advance for your interest in Green Spoon. Due to applicant volume, regretfully we are unable to respond to all inquiries.

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