National Account Manager

Position SummaryMud Pie is seeking a National Account Manager to join our National Sales team! The National Account Manager's responsibility will range from account maintenance and growth of existing accounts to prospecting and developing new business. This role will be responsible for interaction with many other company departments to provide support and foster growth with assigned accounts. The National Account Manager will be responsible for meeting pre-established sales objectives including customer development and increased sales growth.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesExecuting strategic sales growth objectives for key accountsMaintaining existing sales accounts order volumeCoordinating cross-functional efforts with other departments to achieve sales objectives; including Accounting and Finance teams along with warehouse and logistics teams.Direct customer and buyer presentations including sales call preparation for new product line presentations and line reviewsProduct, pricing, item inventory and collateralActing as sales call lead – on sight and traveling to trade showsDaily account maintenance (including but not limited to the following);Responding to customer requests (samples, order status etc)Report analysis and monitoring of item performanceResolving all customer-related issues with assigned accounts (pricing discrepancies, credits, order processing, ship windows, etc.)Communication of changes in product lineIdentifying, prospecting and developing new businessRequirementsMinimum 2-5 years' experience in sales or direct retailer account salesExperience managing grocery retailer accounts is preferredExcellent communication both verbally and in writing (internally and externally)A self-starter with a proactive, results-driven mindset and the confidence to pursue new opportunitiesExcellent strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify customer needs and translate them into effective solutionsStrong time management and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects effectively in a fast-paced environment#J-18808-Ljbffr