Customer Sales Manager- Ahold Delhaize- Giant Banners

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Effectively partner with the customer, building rapport at all levels to fully understand their business, the marketplace, and affect positive business growth
• Achieve Base Business Objectives: Revenue and Share Growth, New Item Authorizations, increased Branded Distribution, and Optimal Shelving
• Own P&L, Compass Revenue Forecast & Trade Balance through promotional revenue objectives by tactic, price point, Drive Period & Selling Event while effectively implementing Kraft Heinz pricing strategies.
• Work with Category Leadership Team to effectively review and propose whitespace opportunities for key Brands.
• Maintain files and business documentation to thoroughly detail business transactions (Compass trade management tool, customer planners, financial whammers, customer portal contracts etc.)
• Partner with CSC and GBS teams to minimize deductions errors and write-offs, working back with Customers for repayment and corrections as needed

Expected Experience & Required Skills

• Trusted to work autonomously within a CBT framework to plan, organize and set/achieve priorities
• Proven & tested experience in customer management, account management, and/or retail sales management for a CPG company
• Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders from Customer teams at the same time
• Cross functional partnership and influence experience with Customer Service, Customer Excellence and Category Leadership – initiative to bring insights & opportunities to the customer proactively
• Forecasting expertise and financial acumen to properly plan and communicate relevant customer opportunities, understanding the P&L impact of distro and mix changes
• Clear examples of exhibiting polished interpersonal skills (written, verbal, and presentation) with potential to negotiate and influence effectively
• Tested proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and proprietary Sales systems such as Compass, IRI, Spark, etc.
• Clear examples of exhibiting strong analytical skills; Has the ability & experience using syndicated and/or ambiguous data to develop comprehensive business plans by analyzing category and brand performance and influences customer to achieve category objectives.
• Willing to travel 10-20% out of the area as needed

Work Environment & Schedule

This position is considered a Remote based role that can be performed from a home office (ideally within the Giant, or ADUSA trading area [Mid Atlantic/Northeast/Southeast]). Additionally, this role requires working a salaried, exempt schedule to best execute against customer and internal expectations

Physical Requirements

Physical demands include but not limited to

· Willingness to drive and/or travel as needed

· Operate a computer and view screens for ~100% of work schedule

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz’ strategy and values.

New Hire Base Salary Range:

$104,200.00 - $130,200.00

Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors

Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments

Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training

Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs

Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

Employee's Home - National

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contactNAZTAOps@kraftheinz.comfor assistance.