Regional Sales Manager, Northeast Retail Grocery and Convenience Store Channels

Kinsa is recruiting for a: Regional Account Manager – NE Grocery / C-Store Location: Must live near NY Metro or Boston Area (REMOTE) Our client produces well-known, ethical, sustainable better-for-you beverages such as coconut water, clean energy drinks, protein infused waters and more! The mission for the Regional Account Manager is to develop and guide regional accounts in the Grocery and Convenience Channels located in NY, CT, MA, NJ, and neighboring states. This individual will achieve account profitability and sales targets, serving as the primary account contact while providing account leadership, and have responsibility for the increased distribution of our client’s brand items for permanent planogram space and promotional displays.

Successful candidates MUST HAVE 2 years of relevant Regional/Key Account managerial experience in Consumer-Packaged Goods AND willingness to travel up to 50%

Compensation/Benefits:

• $80,000 – $85,000 + Base Salary + 20% Bonus
• Stock Options, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, PTO, Holiday Pay, 401K, LTD, STD
• 401k with 100% company match up to 3% of your salary
• Health Benefits: Available from day 1; inclusive network of providers; up to $1,100 in health reimbursements.
• Company paid short-term, long-term and life insurance
• Paid Holidays and Unlimited Vacation: Available day 1; trust you to take the time off you need!
• Phone and employee product allowance, paid professional development, and MORE

Key Responsibilities and Goals:

• Develop and execute account-specific strategies to grow at both the account and product category levels.
• Develop account goals and business plans with retailers
• Manage and cultivate programs to achieve case volume and dollar volume budgets.
• Develop and execute an approach to strategize with retailers on opportunities to build business, i.e. new products, promotional planning, and merchandising.

Competencies Needed for Success:

• 7+ years of professional Sales experience
• 2+ years of relevant Regional/Key Account managerial experience in Consumer-Packaged Goods
• Willingness to travel up to 50%
• Demonstrated skills in achieving sales, profitability, and budget goals
• Ability to effectively implement sales and marketing strategies
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or a business-related field is preferred
• Must be permanently authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship.

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