Branded Beef Strategic Accounts Manager RETAIL/Foodservice - Remote (Boise, ID, US, 83702)

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture. Summary We are looking for a Strategic Account Manager to join our Branded Beef team at Simplot! The ideal candidate will have significant experience with Branded Beef programs. *Our ideal candidate will currently live and work from a remote office in the Southwest region of: Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, or Texas Key Responsibilities Establish sales relationship with Retail accounts within territory Manage retail distributors and retail grocers, where necessary, in each market to establish growth goals and implement strategy to accomplish those goals Manage retail and pricing mechanisms to develop customer partnerships Review weekly analytics and conduct meetings with each account within the market to measure results and adjust strategy Negotiate program agreements with retail accounts and independent distributors Plan, schedule, develop, and execute sales training as well as new product introductions with distributors, meat cutters, merchandisers, and customers Stay abreast of both retail item offerings as well as product capability, in addition to current price lists Regular collaboration with Head of Sales to review and update strategies and initiatives Accept ownership of sales objectives and all facets of our business that impact sales growth Work with Simplot Branded Beef BU to develop and be responsible for margin realization Be informed about and communicate market and industry changes that will affect our performance and growth Other duties as assigned Typical Education Bachelor’s degree in business or similar area is preferred Relevant Experience 5-10 years in retail sales within the protein space required Other Information The ideal candidate would have significant experience within Branded Beef categories experience in this area is strongly preferred Ability to represent Simplot and sell our brand and corporate mission Strong negotiation skills Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office Strong team player, willingness to support others Quick grasp of the business model including economic factors/influences Analytical and process oriented Able and willing to communicate effectively Motivated, persuasive, individual willing to take ownership of duties Can perform the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation As a salaried position with the company, you may be required to travel at some point to other facilities, to attend Company events, or as a representative of the Company in other situations. Unless otherwise specified in this posting, the amount of travel may vary, and the most qualified candidate must be willing and able to travel as business needs require. Job Requisition ID : 25792 Travel Required : Up to 50% Location(s) : Remote - USA Country: United States **The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status. **