National Sales Director (Grocery Channels)

Job Description

Job Description

Position : National Sales Director (Grocery Channels)

Department : Sales

Reports To : VP of Strategic Channels

Salary Type : Exempt

Compensation : $150,000 to $170,000

Our compensation is aligned with labor costs across various U.S. geographic regions. The base salary for this position ranges from $150,000 up to $170,000 annually. Actual pay is based on several factors, including the specific location, as well as relevant skills, experience, and job-related expertise. Depending on the position, target bonuses and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and / or other benefits

Make a greater impact at Bonduelle Americas!

Bonduelle Americas is a certified B Corp inviting people to embrace a flexitarian lifestyle with an expanding portfolio of plant-rich products available in and beyond the produce aisle. We operate four facilities and employ nearly 3,000 Associates in the US.

Bonduelle Americas is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Groupe Bonduelle (BON.PA), an established global brand with more than 170 years of family heritage bringing the joy of plants to tables around the world. Globally, our ready-to-eat plant-rich food products are grown on 173,000 acres by our grower partners and marketed in nearly 100 countries. Our mission is to inspire the transition toward a plant-rich diet to contribute to people's well-being and planet health.

Join us at Bonduelle Americas for an opportunity to advance your career in a culture that places people first. As a valued member of our company, you will work in a mission-driven environment aimed at preserving the planet’s resources while providing healthy plant-based products to millions of consumers around the world.

About this job :

This position will be remote and report to the Vice President of Strategic Channels. This key position on the Sales Team will be focused on several strategic national customers. It will involve strategic fact-based selling as well as project management. It will require extensive collaboration with internal marketing, product development, R&D, production and category management teams. The responsibility will be to develop and guide the implementation of account specific business plans that achieve profitability and sales targets.

The National Sales Director - Grocery Channel will be responsible for the overall sales performance and strategic growth across key accounts. This role will manage and develop relationships with existing and potential customers, driving revenue growth, and ensuring alignment between our manufacturing capabilities and the needs of our retail partners. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing large national accounts in this channel, particularly in the food and beverage sector, and will work closely with internal teams to develop and execute strategies that enhance market penetration and profitability. They will have experience building a business in this channel and have a strong network within these customers and distributors.

Responsibilities Include :

Strategic Sales Leadership :

• Develop and execute a comprehensive national sales strategy focused on driving growth within the Grocery Channel (e.g., Kroger, Albertsons Corp, Ahold, Publix, HEB, Wegman’s, etc.).
• Establish long-term relationships with key decision-makers at major retail chains, ensuring alignment with customer goals and the company’s strategic objectives.

Account Management and Growth :

Market Analysis and Trend Identification :

Product Development Collaboration :

Promotions and Marketing Support :

Financial Accountability :

Cross-Functional Collaboration :

Qualifications : Experience :

Deep knowledge of the food industry, including trends, distribution models, and customer behavior.

Skills & Abilities :

Education :

Compensation and Benefits :

Additional Qualifications