Key Accounts Manager - Retail

Position: Key Accounts Manager - Retail
Location: Remote (Quarterly travel required) – Phoenix, AZ
About the Role: A fast-growing company in the food & beverage sector is hiring a Key Accounts Manager to oversee a major national retail partner.
The ideal candidate will focus on building strong relationships, driving growth, and meeting performance goals through proactive account management.
Responsibilities: Develop and nurture long-term relationships with a key retail customer to support sales growth.Act as the primary liaison for all sales, procurement, and service activities.Lead business reviews and identify opportunities for growth and enhanced partnerships.Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams to meet client needs and resolve issues.Monitor sales performance, customer trends, and competitive activity to drive continuous improvement.Provide actionable insights to support business development and optimize product strategies. What We're Looking For: Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, or a related field preferred (MBA a plus).Proven experience in key account management, ideally within the food & beverage or retail sector.Strong analytical and CRM proficiency with an ability to drive results through data insights.Excellent communication, relationship-building, and time management skills.Willingness to travel nationwide for quarterly meetings and industry events (up to 10%). Work Setup: Remote position requiring reliable internet and availability during standard business hours.