Sales Account Manager
We are partnering with a fast-growing food manufacturing organization that focuses on oils, lards, and shortenings used in QSR frying, industrial applications, and CPG ingredient manufacturing. My client is looking to hire on a Sales Account Manager who will manage a portfolio of CORE accounts and drive new business across restaurant chains, foodservice distributors, and ingredient/industrial customers. This is a growing opportunity for the team, and you will be report into the VP of Sales and partnering with 3 additional Account Managers.
This role will require a 4-day hybrid schedule. Relocation package available for candidates out of state.Sales Account Manager Responsibilities
- Manage and grow existing CORE customer accounts across restaurant, foodservice, and ingredient channels.
- Develop new business within prioritized segments; build and maintain a robust pipeline.
- Create sales plans to achieve volume, margin, and KPI targets.
- Partner with Finance, Sourcing, and Customer Service to deliver pricing, forecasting, and best-in-class service.
- Lead contract renewals, RFP responses, and negotiation strategies.
Sales Account Manager Requirements:
- 5+ years of B2B sales experience in food, foodservice, ingredients , or food manufacturing at the local level.
- Experience selling into restaurant chains, distributors, or manufacturers.
- Strong relationship-building, communication, and presentation skills.
- Ability to travel 20–30% and work in a hybrid environment.
Nice to Haves:
- Oils, shortenings, fats, or ingredient sales experience.
- Experience supporting QSRs or multi-unit restaurant groups. ???????
Benefits for this role include Medical, vision, dental, discretionary bonus up to 25% (50% personal performance based & 50% company performance), profit sharing (which feeds retirement) at a minimum of 3% annually and 120 hours PTO in the 1st 12 months.
Apply today if you are interested! Natalie SacconeSenior Recruiter
LaSalle Network
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