Sr Manager, Customer Dev - Retail (Detriot, MI, US, 900045)

Hungry for a career that’s as rewarding as it is delicious? At Aspire Bakeries, we don’t just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery® artisan breads to Otis Spunkmeyer® cookies, our products are enjoyed by millions of people every day. And behind every bite are talented manufacturing and support teams who take pride in their work and our food. We’re looking for hard-working people who will bring integrity, creativity, and a passion for excellence to everything they do - whether that’s on the bakery floor, in the office, or supporting customers. In return, we offer a workplace culture built on care, ownership, and growth - where your contributions matter and your career can rise as high as our bread loaves! With 13 commercial bakeries across North America and a reputation as an industry leader, Aspire Bakeries is rising together with our people and our customers to be the best all-around bakery solution. If you’re ready to grow with us, we’d love to hear from you. Why You’ll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries Culture – Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, and a shared passion for excellence. We support team members, empower growth, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary options to fit your needs. Work-Life Balance – Paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and holidays so you can recharge and spend time on what matters most. Financial Security – Competitive retirement plans, plus short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind. Growth & Development – Opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and develop expertise through Aspire Bakeries’ learning and development programs. Flexibility & Support – HSA and FSA plans to help you manage everyday expenses. Recognition & Rewards – Performance incentive plans that celebrate achievements across sales, bakery performance, and individual contributions. About the Role We are seeking a Sr. Manager, Customer Development, Retail to join our team supporting assigned retail accounts within an assigned territory (remote with frequent travel). As the Sr. Manager, Customer Development, Retail, you will be accountable for driving revenue growth, executing new item and program launches, and advancing strategic customer partnerships within key accounts. This role plays a critical part in delivering profitable growth through strong customer leadership and cross‑functional collaboration. Compensation Salary Range: $108,000 – $145,000 Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing) Drive revenue, volume, and value growth across assigned retail customer accounts Develop and execute strategic customer plans aligned with company goals and objectives Partner with senior leadership to design and deliver growth strategies and action plans Own sales forecasting and budget management to ensure profitable growth Lead cross‑functional collaboration to support customer performance and new item launches Represent the company in customer presentations, negotiations, sales meetings, and trade shows Build long-term customer relationships to ensure satisfaction and achievement of key performance metrics Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table) Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university 5–7 years of retail sales experience in a senior sales role Proven experience managing key customer accounts Strong interpersonal, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills Ability to travel frequently by car, plane, or train Ability to lift up to 45 lbs. Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success) Experience in CPG and/or food manufacturing environments Distributor or mainstream retail channel experience Bakery or food technical knowledge Strong understanding of food trends and flavor profiles Entrepreneurial, strategic mindset with a hands-on leadership approach Call to Action Ready to grow your career with a company that values your work and your future? Apply today and become part of our team at Aspire Bakeries! Aspire Bakeries LLC values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. The final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, shift, education, skill, and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed in this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements. Aspire Bakeries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.