Associate Account Manager- Remote

While this role is primarily remote, candidates should be available for periodic visits to nearby Amazon locations.
Purpose:
The Associate Account Manager is responsible for sales in the assigned geographical area and/or key accounts. This role will manage, direct, and coordinate all sales plans and programs while creating relationships of trust, integrity, customer satisfaction, and loyalty with their clients. They collaborate with their teams to achieve the objective of building out the store and ensure customer compliance. The Associate Account Manager is intended to be a progression into an Account Manager role and will consist of a small book of business and opportunities for added training and exposure, with support from a Sr. Account Manager or Sales Manager.
What does it mean to be part of the Sales team?
The Sales team is responsible for providing high quality, streamlined service with a focus on corporate initiatives for their assigned customer(s). Our sales team is crucial in delivering the widest variety of fresh, branded, and owned brand products to community grocers and retail chains alike. With an ever-expanding selection of 1,000 new products every month, our team helps maximize sales with the right assortment of products based on customers' demographics and lifestyle. We are responsible for creating relationships of trust, integrity, customer satisfaction and loyalty to help our customers achieve their goals, delivering better together.
Responsibilities
Account Management & Strategic Sales Planning

Responsible for one or more customers’ sales growth plans in partnership with direct supervisor’s guidance and a Joint Business Plan.
Represent customer accounts purchasing from Natural and Conventional UNFI divisions.
Partner with sales team and region merchandising to execute sales plans and goals designed to increase sales, profit margin, and minimize expenses.
Makes key decisions on addressing and identifying customer needs and concerns for assigned accounts in support of Mgr Sales or Mgr Account.
Forecast profit, volume growth and other related goals as determined. Assist with the preparation of a sales budget for assigned accounts.
Bridge for assigned Customers between Sales and Ops to manage through challenges and provide resolutions.
Deliver Account Results

Responsible for budgeted sales and profit margin results for assigned accounts.
Analyze sales reporting and create strategies to drive sales.
Develop well-defined plans to drive sales and profit margin across all product departments and professional services for assigned accounts.
Drives proactively the company’s initiatives to ensure the success of the customer.
Manage Relationships

Partners with internal and external shareholders to establish open lines of communication regarding all aspects of the business. Focuses efforts on mutual sales and profit growth.
Regularly interacts with customer leadership teams to present opportunities and communicate resolutions to build trust and grow profitable sales.
Manage Execution

Conduct regular reviews of sales activities and effectiveness. Regularly work with vendors, brokers, and merchandising teams to develop promotions and incentives to increase sales and improve performance.
Coordinate with a cross-functional team of resources to ensure account goals are achieved. Works collaboratively with Merchandising, Product Specialists, and Professional Services to identify strategic selling opportunities for accounts.
Meets or exceeds account expectations and established deadlines.
Professional and Career Growth

Focused and strategic partnership with learning & development team, account management team, and direct supervisor to gain full understanding of best practices in sales growth and relationship management to deliver sales results.
Individual development plan to include strategic training courses and personalized development strategies.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education/ Certifications/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred
1-2 years sales experience preferred
Understanding and knowledge of products
Development and execution of business plans, sales plans, and/or commission programs.
Familiarity with sales opportunities
Understanding of sales forecasting, programs, promotions, and related techniques
Understanding of margin and company profitability
Proven track record of meeting and exceeding customer expectations
Ability to work in a result-driven environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and company system
Knowledge/Skills/ Abilities

Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
Aptitude for financial reporting
Ability to lead without reporting authority
Ability to interact at all levels of the business
Able to manage and coordinate projects
Excellent customer service skills, problem-solving, attention to detail, and organizational skills
Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.
Work Environment:
Remote Role:

This position is classified as remote where the associate will perform remote work from their primary residence. Remote associates are welcome to work from the office but are not required to do so. While remote associates are not required to work from an office on a regular basis, they may be required to come to the office or other UNFI locations for necessary business reasons or if directed to do so by their manager.
Travel is required up to 50% for this position.
About UNFI: We are North America’s premier grocery wholesaler, delivering the widest variety of fresh, branded, and owned brand products to community grocers and retail chains alike. A pioneer in natural and organic foods, we are growing and transforming to meet the needs of an evolving workplace. Our 29,000+ employees work across America in our 50 Distribution Centers and corporate offices. Learn more: Organic, Natural and Conventional Food | Wholesale Food Distributors | UNFI
UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Compensation:
UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.
Benefits:
For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), https://www.unfi.com/jobs-more-info-wa.html for Washington-specific paid time off details.
Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.
UNFI’s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act .