Regional Account Manager/Customer Team Leader

Grow with Welch's!

Welch's is on a journey towards our bold ambition of being the global-leader of convenient, good for you fruit-based food and beverages. To turn this goal into a reality we need you and other exceptionally talented, agile, and innovative individuals who are eager to contribute to something extraordinary!

At Welch's, we're not just offering a job; we're inviting you to be a part of a vibrant, authentic, and inclusive culture where you not only belong, but also have the opportunity to unleash the best, most authentic version of you.

Position Summary:

The Regional Account Manager/Customer Team Leader (Grocery Central) is responsible for developing and delivering profitable & sustainable volume growth with Meijer, Hyvee, Schnucks, Certco, Fareway, Woodman's, Piggly Wiggly Mid-West and Save-A-Lot. The Regional Account Manager/Customer Team Leader works directly with the customers and with our broker partner(s) to effectively execute Welch's sales strategies.

Where You'll Work

This is a remote based position, with the ideal location to be in the greater Chicago, IL area or in upper Midwest states near a commercial airport centrally located for serving our customers.

What You'll Do:

• Owns the development and execution of the platform & customer specific business plan
• Identifies business opportunities, sets, and communicates priorities, and coordinates with Welch's internal team and other necessary resources to achieve desired results
• Develop, execute, and monitor Joint Business Goals with customers listed above
• Effectively influences and develops relationships with customer listed above to ensure Welch's has access to key decision makers
• Establish local market priorities, goals, and strategies to guide broker development (where applicable) that deliver Welch's business priorities
• Manage trade budget and establish post-promotional process to deliver spending efficiencies to maximize ROI
• Responsible for execution of everyday business in partnership with key account, including new item setup, inventory management, and supply chain solutions
• Forecast monthly sales to ensure the demand, financial, and sales planning teams are aligned to volume and trade needs of the customer

Who You Are:

• Sales skills including negotiation, account management, business development, strategic selling, forecasting, category management, and strategic forward-thinking sales strategies
• Excellent listening, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and manage mutually beneficial relationships
• Thoroughly understands the retail food industry.
• Strong cross-functional leadership skills and ability to manage change throughout the Welch's organization
• Ability to interact and influence at all levels of management, including senior leadership.
• Solid financial acumen with the ability to assess options, and drive P&L performance
• Solutions oriented with strong problem-solving and decision-making ability
• Technical proficiency in a variety of PC-based applications and hardware.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in business management or a related field required. An equivalent combination of education and experience that proves capability to perform in the role may be considered.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in a customer-facing role focused on the food/beverage industry
• Experience calling on customers in the CPG industry
• Experience managing broker relationships and/or direct people management
• Up to 25% travel required

At Welch's we value diversity, a passion for what you do, and a commitment to continuous learning. Even if you do not feel you meet every requirement listed, but this role aligns with your strengths and goals we encourage you to apply. Join us and contribute to something extraordinary.

Welch's is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We recognize the importance of diversity in hiring and building a dynamic, strong workforce. We are committed to the prevention of employment discrimination based on race, reli