Senior Manager, National Sales
Description: • Serve as the senior sales lead for Albertsons Companies, acting as their trusted Coca‑Cola system advisor on business strategy, operations, and long-term growth • Lead the development and implementation of annual business plans with customers, bottlers, and cross-functional teams to deliver against volume, profit, and customer satisfaction targets • Oversee the seamless implementation of marketing, sales, and operational programs across all divisions, ensuring alignment with timelines and budgets • Align internal and external resources — from bottler networks to corporate teams — to maximize brand and business impact • Understand the customer’s objectives and market dynamics to develop initiatives that deliver mutual growth • Identify emerging opportunities, pilot creative programs, and introduce fresh ideas that strengthen Coca‑Cola’s presence in the marketplace • Accurately forecast performance, manage budgets, and resolve operational challenges with speed and effectiveness • Coordinate across the Coca‑Cola system and ensure iconic brands win on the shelf and in the hearts of consumers Requirements: • A Bachelor's degree in business or related field is preferred • 3+ years of key account experience with a beverage/consumer packaged goods experience • Able to demonstrate experience in sales, persuasion, negotiating and managing a medium to large book of business • Must have experience in managing price package plans for customers • Knowledge of bottler and fountain environment and systems • Proven ability to manage needs and concerns of multiple stakeholders across various business systems with business development planning experience • Must possess a complex selling knowledge with proven ability to create & sell-in customer promotional programs & key initiatives • Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and exceptional drive for results • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; must be able to present data in an organized manner • Skills: Client Service, Communication, Contracts, Key Accounts, Marketing, Microsoft Office, Negotiation, Persuasion, Pricing Strategies, Sales Cycle, Sales Process, Waterfall Model • Travel Required: 26% - 50% • Work authorization: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States and must not require sponsorship Benefits: • A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position • Opportunities for Growth: Access professional development and leadership advancement • Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage: 15 (market-based competitive annual incentive) • Represent Iconic Brands and partner with leading customers (career/brand benefits) • Support for financial and personal well-being (company benefits information) Apply tot his job