Regional Account Manager

Sugar Mountain

$115K — $125K *
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years in sales within CPG, grocery, specialty food, or foodservice sectors
  • Proven success in building relationships and driving business growth
  • Comfortable prospecting and engaging directly with customers
  • Knowledgeable about specialty foods with a focus on quality
  • Located in the Pacific Northwest, willing to travel 50%+ across the West Coast
  • Strong independent work ethic and accountability
  • Skilled in interpreting sales data and financial performance metrics
  • Excellent relationship-building and presentation abilities

Responsibilities

  • Own and develop the cheese business for Beecher's on the West Coast
  • Build and maintain relationships with grocery and foodservice clients
  • Identify and strategize new business opportunities aligned with brand goals
  • Expand existing accounts by increasing distribution and product assortment
  • Conduct on-site visits with customers and distributors to gain insights
  • Utilize data for decision-making and identifying growth avenues
  • Manage customer investments for sustainable business growth
  • Serve as a brand ambassador for Beecher's and uphold its mission

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
  • 15 days of paid time off plus 9 paid holidays
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • 35% employee discount at Sugar Mountain locations
  • Involvement with a non-profit focused on healthy eating education
Full Job Description
We9re looking for a driven salesperson to join our cheese sales team and grow our grocery and foodservice business across the West Coast. This is a role for someone who likes to build business, not just manage it. You9ll own key customer relationships while actively looking for new accounts, new distribution, and opportunities to expand Beecher9s with existing customers across both grocery and foodservice.

What You9ll Do
  • Own and grow Beecher9s cheese business across the West Coast
  • Build strong relationships with grocery, foodservice, distributor, and specialty food customers
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities that align with our brand and growth goals
  • Expand distribution, assortment, and sales with existing accounts
  • Spend time in market with customers, distributors, and retailers to understand opportunities firsthand
  • Use data and insights to make informed business decisions and identify growth opportunities
  • Manage customer investments with a focus on sustainable growth and profitability
  • Take ownership of your business, including key priorities, performance metrics, opportunities, and risks
  • Serve as a passionate ambassador for Beecher9s, our products, and our mission


Who We9re Looking For
  • 3+ years of experience in CPG, grocery, specialty food, foodservice, or food distribution sales
  • A track record of building business, growing accounts, and creating new opportunities
  • You are energized by prospecting, relationship building, and being in the field
  • You understand specialty foods and appreciate exceptional quality and craftsmanship
  • Based in the Pacific Northwest and excited to travel throughout the West Coast region (50%+ travel)
  • Self-directed, curious, accountable, and comfortable working independently
  • Strong business acumen with a people-first approach
  • Comfortable working with sales data, financials, and performance metrics
  • Strong relationship-building and presentation skills
  • Genuinely excited about great food and the people who make it


Compensation & Benefits

The starting salary range for this position is between $115,000 - $125,000 per year, plus an annual bonus plan. Actual compensation will be determined by skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

We offer medical, dental, vision and life insurance premiums, along with 15 days paid time-off, 9 paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Employees enjoy a 35% employee discount at Sugar Mountain locations.

Commitment to Our Communities
Sugar Mountain has created the Beecher9s Foundation, a non-profit funded by a portion of sales from companies under the Sugar Mountain umbrella. Aimed at educating people about the prevalence of food additives and their possible health risks, the Foundation is about giving people the tools they need to make healthy eating choices for life.

Sugar Mountain is a tobacco- free company.

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