Key Account Manager

Role Overview

• Develop and strengthen relationships with the Sprouts buying team as well as distributors used (KeHE, etc).
• Be proactive in identifying new opportunities for partners including “Speed to Shelf” and promotional opportunities.
• Develop and recommend strategic promotional plans for suppliers with an understanding of Sprouts digital promotional offerings.
• Introduce new products from suppliers according to their new item protocol, adhering to all requirements and deadlines. Assist in seamless execution of new item launches and promotions.
• Understand and utilize applicable analytics to drive sales and find opportunities.
• Develop positive and trusting relationships with all principal clients and with all retailer and Distributor partners.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to generate ideas for growing principals’ business and make suggestions for improvement.
• Offer continuous communication and transparency to supplier partners.
• Present and receive buyer approvals for new lines/SKUs, promotional and seasonal opportunities, etc. while working to secure key retailer appointments for principals.
• Track new item launches and address voids.
• Secure prime placement in planograms and on store shelves.
• Prepare and submit New Items Forms, Distributor and Retail Promotions on a consistent basis by deadlines.
• Secure key retailer appointments for principals.
• Attend retailer meetings with principals and collaborate on all paperwork and reporting.
• Manage and oversee category review calendars that pertain to principals and account responsibilities.

Requirements

• Motivated, diplomatic, and proactive attitude.
• The ideal candidate would be in Phoenix, AZ or the surrounding metro area.
• Relevant grocery experience required; Sprouts experience preferred.
• A college degree strongly preferred.
• Organic and natural experience preferred.
• 3+ years of relevant CPG experience and/or 2+ years direct Sprouts experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, OneNote
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to multi-task with great attention to detail
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds.

Benefits

• Amazing company culture!
• 15%-25%+ higher salary package over competitive agencies
• 401k Match Plan
• 100% Employer Match up to 4% of Salary
• 100% covered strong Health insurance plan
• 100% covered strong Dental insurance plan
• 100% covered strong Vision insurance plan
• Critical Illness & Accident & Hospital Indemnity insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Short-term and Long-term Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Strong PTO Plan
• Paid Personal Wellness Days
• 10 Paid Holidays (Birthday
• paid day off)
• "Home for the Holidays" Break
• Bi-Monthly Office Allowance
• Annual Team Builds
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement
• Paid Volunteer Hours – 1% For The Planet (Team on a Mission!)