Customer Sales Manager - Cub

Job Description Here at Kraft Heinz, our US Sales team aspires to be an Indispensable Partner with a Growth and Winning Mindset, acutely focused on Superior Execution every day. This is our guiding compass to grow something great and make life delicious! This Cub Customer Sales Manager (CSM) position perfectly embodies that ambition, as you will own & be responsible for selling and executing across various categories accounting for approximately $35MM in revenue with Cub as a vital member of the Customer Sales Team. The CSM serves as the key stakeholder between Kraft Heinz and our retail partners, leading selling activities & driving efforts tied to improving our sales, gross margin & market share. The CSM aims to deliver revenue and share objectives, pursue business strategies to of growth, provide category management expertise, and ensure that coordinated cross-functional sales value is delivered to the customer through implementation of the sales plan and shelving objectives. The CSM is also responsible for Critical Team Projects and Scaled Retail Programs. Essential Functions & Responsibilities Co-own the Cub relationships across the Kraft Heinz portfolio, ensuring joint winning plans to be an indispensable partner. Part of a winning UNFI team that focuses on growth, ideation and building the future business in a sustainable way through Critical Team Projects (New Item Activations, Value Size Expansions, Power Window, Remnant File Utilization, etc) and Scaled Retail Program execution (CRM Partnership, BMX Racks, Smores, RTS Bacon Racks, etc). Effectively partner with the customer, building rapport at all levels to fully understand their business, the marketplace, and affect positive business growth Achieve New Item Authorization goals, Distribution goals, & Base Business Objectives: Revenue and Share Growth, Authorizations, Distribution, Optimal Shelving Achieve revenue objectives by tactic, price point, shopper marketing, Drive Period & Selling Event (such as Big Buy) while effectively implementing Kraft Heinz pricing strategies for owned categories Develops, tracks, analyzes, evaluates business plans while leveraging cross-functional support via Business Unit/HQ, customer strategies/initiatives and external factors Drive efficient and effective trade programs to deliver the best value and administers volume and trade promotion spending levels within budget while handling trade dollars as percent of revenue for maximum results Applies insight information to build total customer profits and plans Communicates and influences implementation of business plans to enable superior execution across key team members Drives the Kraft Heinz winning culture both within the office, as well as, within their respective responsibilities. Expected Experience & Required Skills Proven & tested experience in customer management, account management, and/or retail sales management Strong sales background with excellent understanding of business processes (forecasting, promo planning, trade management, multi-year strategy development, syndicated data, shopper marketing, retail execution, category insights) Proven skills embodying a customer-first mentality for effective customer management and selling to achieve objectives Trusted to work autonomously within a sales framework to plan, organize and set/achieve priorities 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 Spark, Tableau, 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. 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) Minneapolis Sales - Target 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 contact View email address on click.appcast.io for assistance. ABOUT US Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company. Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food. WHY US We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food. Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz. INCLUSION MATTERS TO US Everyone is welcome at our table. In fact, we thrive on learning and growing from our diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or who makes your heart sing. We want you to show up as your authentic self, excited to work with amazing colleagues to solve complex challenges and innovate in an ever-changing industry. We’re committed to: Hiring and growing talent from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Growing our Business Resource Groups — vibrant, celebrated communities that enhance our business through thought leadership employee engagement and professional development opportunities. Providing our managers and leaders high quality learning experiences to explore how to foster inclusion and belonging.