Overview:
At KeHE, we're obsessed with creating solutions, unboxing potential, and serving others - and it all starts with you. As an employee-owned distributor of natural and organic, specialty, and fresh products, we're committed to making a positive impact and scaling our success together. With a culture that fosters development and opportunity, you'll be embarking on a career that's moving forward. When you join KeHE, you're becoming part of a team that is a force for good.
Responsibilities:
The Senior Account Manager is accountable for leading, directing and developing the Team and engaging the Merchandising Directors and Category Managers, for Key Retailer in the Westcoast Market, to maximize sustainable, profitable volume growth. Responsibilities include executing strategic sales initiatives and ensuring the Team is delivering on priorities within the Team, Region or Customer. Key drivers for success in this position involve building and leveraging relationships with customers, suppliers, broker partners and cross-functional teams at KeHE. Ultimately, the scorecard for success will be measured by the increase of profitable sales as well as deepened relationships within the account. As with all positions at KeHE we expect that all action will be consistent with KeHE's Mission, Vision and Values.
Qualifications:
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* Bachelor's degree in business is preferred with a minimum of five (5) years' experience in the relevant industry, CPG, Retail or Supply Chain Industry.
* Three years in a supervisory or management role within industry to include customer facing responsibilities.
* Able to develop and deliver multi-mode verbal and written communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
* Able to focus on highest priorities, lay out a thorough schedule for achieving objectives, develop implementation plans and contingency plans. Exhibits initiative, able to decisively act in unpredictable situations, and able to spot and seize opportunities.
* Models' high standards of honesty and integrity with self, co-workers, and direct reports.
* Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done with a focus on continuous improvement. Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments.
* Creates a climate where people are motivated to do their best and help the organization achieve its objectives.
* Able to build teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals. Steps up to address difficult issues and has the courage to be a voice.
* Able to interpret and apply understanding of key financial indicators and data to make solid business decisions.
* Able to make sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
* Ability to build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
Qualifications / Additional Skills / Aptitude:
* Working knowledge of and literacy in computer software, including but not limited to Microsoft Excel (advanced), Microsoft Word, PowerPoint
* Problem Solving and Negotiation Skills
* Written and Verbal Communication Skills
* Business Planning, Strategic Thinking and Analysis
* Management of Direct Reports
* Knowledge of SPINS, Circana, Neilson
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