Account Manager (Food Broker)

Affinity Group is seeking an Account Manager with Bakery and / or Deli Tech experience.  Position Summary :

• The Account Manager position is responsible for increasing the market share of the brands we represent by developing and maintaining relationships with key retailers.
• The position involves presenting our client’s product at retail headquarters and food show events.
• Utilizes data, technology, and market knowledge to build and execute strategic plans.
• Develops and maintains loyal Customer / Client relationships built on mutual success.

Essential Functions :

Collaborate with Affinity leadership and business management in the development of account-specific sales, marketing, and merchandising plans Prepare, present, and negotiate Client new items within client approved funding parameters Prepare, present, and negotiate Customer-partner promotional programs with client involvement within the client’s trade-funding parameters Collect and maintain timely sales volume histories Report Retail-customer feature activity on a timely basis Promptly address and resolve financial administrative issues (deductions / pricing discrepancies, etc.) Initiate and participate in the preparation and presentation of Affinity Client and Customer-partner business reviews Visit Retail-customer partner store locations to be knowledgeable about key retailer merchandising initiatives and the competitive landscape Other duties as assigned Education and Experience :