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This role serves as a strategic sales partner and brand advocate, representing some of the most recognized food brands in the industry.\nOperating with a consultative, relationship-driven approach, the Account Executive balances high-level sales strategy with hands-on execution. This role combines strategic thinking and practical implementation, ensuring initiatives are effectively carried out in the field. Responsibilities include managing distributor relationships, influencing buyers and merchandisers, executing local market initiatives, and independently overseeing the full sales cycle from prospecting through close while maintaining accurate CRM reporting.\nWith the support of Market Leadership the Account Executive plays a critical role in building brand awareness, increasing market demand, and delivering value for both clients and customers.\nPRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:\nSales Strategy & Revenue Growth\nDevelop and execute specific sales strategies and trimester planning to achieve revenue targets and grow market share. -\nCreate and implement trimester action plans with clear objectives, timelines, and performance metrics.\nProspect, generate leads, and expand both new and existing distributor and operator accounts to build an effective sales pipeline.\n Distributor & Customer Relationship ManagementBuild, maintain, and strengthen relationships with distributor leadership, buyers, merchandisers, sales teams, and operator customers.\nAct as a trusted advisor by identifying business needs and delivering value-based solutions for all partners-based solutions.\nCollaborate with Local Leadership Organizations (LLOs), segment specialists, and internal stakeholders to maximize market impact.\nAssist in Managing distributor reviews and coordinating manufacturer market visits.\nInfluence distributor decision making and align client priorities with client brand strategies to achieve shared business goals. \nSales Execution & Account SupportPrepare and deliver compelling sales presentations, proposals, pricing recommendations, rebates, and promotional programs.\nCollaborate closely with manufacture partners to ensure consistent market activation.\nManage pricing agreements and negotiate marketing programs within company guidelines.\nEnsure all distributor documentation and required information is accurate, complete, and submitted on time.\nRespond to customer inquiries promptly and professionally and document interactions into CRM.\nPipeline Management, CRM & ReportingIndependently manage a strong sales pipeline that follows the full sales cycle using CRM tools to ensure data integrity and workflow efficiency.\nLog all sales calls, activities, and account updates consistently in CRM.\nProvide timely and accurate reports to management, manufacturers, and internal partners.\nMonitor competitive activity, industry trends, and local market conditions; communicate insights to leadership.\nEvents, Training & Industry EngagementPlan, coordinate, and execute food shows, seminars, distributor training, and customer events when applicable.\nAttend and actively participate in trade shows, distributor events, and strategic sales meetings.\nRepresent the company professionally at all industry engagements.\nComplete all assigned training modules in full and on time.\nEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS\nBachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, Hospitality, Culinary Arts, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.\n3-5 years of experience in foodservice sales, brokerage, or distribution.\nRestaurant operations or culinary experience strongly preferred.\nProven ability to grow accounts and manage a territory independently.\nExperience working with CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suites \nCOMPETENCIES\nStrategic Sales Planning & Territory Management - Develops and executes focused territory strategies and action plans to achieve revenue targets, grow market share, and align brand priorities with market opportunities.\nConsultative Selling & Influencing - Uses a relationship-driven, value-based approach to uncover customer needs, influence distributor and operator decision-makers, and secure profitable business outcomes.\nDistributor & Operator Relationship Management - Builds and sustains strategic, trust-based partnerships with distributor leadership, buyers, sales teams, merchandisers, and operators to drive long-term growth.\nRevenue Growth & Pipeline Management - Independently manages the full sales cycle from prospecting through close, while maintaining a strong, accurate pipeline to consistently deliver results.\nExecution & Accountability - Translates strategy into disciplined in-market execution, ensuring accurate CRM reporting, timely follow-through, and achievement of performance commitments.\nPERSONAL SKILLS AND CHARACTERISTICS\nSelf-motivated, proactive, and results driven.\nStrong verbal and written communication skills.\nAbility to present effectively to individuals and groups at all organizational levels.\nHigh attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities.\nCreative, flexible, and solution-oriented mindset. \nProficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and CRM systems.\nComfortable working independently in a field. Field-based role.\nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS\nTypical work schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Some flexibility is required for early starts or late days due to food shows or sales meetings. \nFrequent local travel throughout assigned territory; daily driving required. Some overnight travel may be required for food shows or sales meeting. \nValid driver’s license, reliable transportation, proof of insurance, and clean driving record required.\nAbility to stand for extended periods during food shows and events.\nAbility to lift and transport product samples and materials up to 50 pounds.\nOvernight travel may be required during peak trade show seasons.\nSalary Range: $80,000-$100,000\nThe Affinity Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 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