Strategic Account ManagerIf you are interested in joining and contributing to a privately held 75-year organization thru continuing your career as an Account Manager, I would like to speak with you. We are positioned and planning for double digit growth for the next 5 years. The stability and growth of our organization has proven to be a two-way street we are successful because of our associates and in turn, our associates have contributed to a culture that is family orientated, collaborate and focus s on accountability and teamwork. We are a Multi-Site provider of food products for a variety of customers. This is where you come in: Continue to develop our business at assigned customers and open up new ones. This role would target food companies that could use our capabilities to produce finished products for them. We are a Contract MFG/ Co Packers(We produce product to our clients specifications; typically frozen or refrigerated. AND this role would also have the opportunity to sell meat protein as an ingredient to food manufacturesThis role would work closely with internal and external R&D.Our associates are not afraid to speak up! Our long-term success is attributed to our talented employees that have kept us relevant in the marketplace by providing innovative products and packaging that has kept us front and center of the consumers and our customers. This entrepreneurial company values its associates and our ability to provide customer service that sets us apart in the marketplace. This opportunity is located in south central Minnesota. This growing organization is providing an opportunity to grow your skills with them and to be part of the leadership team of this organization. Can do, will do, team win positive attitude is critical! We are looking for a dynamic Sales Professional to join our team!This role would require travel: 20-25% and the best place to live would be near a major airport. This company is Minnesota based. This role is home office based.PRIMARY ACOUNTABILITIES: You will maintain relationships with current ingredient and co-pack customers and have the opportunity to build and develop new customers.Candidate must be able to represent the company in a professional manner in all activity and actions. This position requires a highly self-motivated individual with a proven track record in sales or sales supportSolve customer problems in an efficient/courteous manner.Strong problem solving and decision-making skills.Identifies existing customer opportunities.Monitors market conditions, product innovations and trends, and competitor s products, pricing and sales strategies to maximize competitive stance.Analyze usage and trends to determine recommendations for future contracts and servicesEducation, Experience, Skills:4-year college degree preferred, however, experience considered.Experience in selling B2B preferably meat protein and/or contract mfg. experience and knowledge/understanding.Thorough understanding of company products and capabilitiesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsProficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related softwareAt least 5 years of successful proven track record at key accounts.