THIS JOB IS ONSITE IN IRVING, TX WITH 15-25% TRAVEL

KORE1, a nationwide provider of staffing and recruiting solutions, has an immediate opening for 2 Key Account Managers: BA/BS degree, FDM or pet speciality, working w/ retailers & distributors, pet industry a

We are seeking a Key Account Manager to develop and maintain relationships at the headquarter level with potential and existing national and regional retailers as well as distributors within the pet category. Key Account Managers oversee major accounts who generate a substantial portion of sales to build and maintain long-lasting valuable customers.

This is an office-based position in Irving, TX. Reports to the Senior Regional Sales Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Acts as single point of contact for customers or distributors, nurture existing business and drive volume by increasing distribution and customer partnerships
• Review past and current purchase order history reports to project sales, and determine profitability
• Participates in reviews of performance and market presentations
• Routinely engages with existing accounts to ensure customers" needs are met or exceeded
• Extensive efforts focusing on increasing volumes of distributors and customers
• Executes and implements strategies of the field and product features to match products to the need of customers
• Provide input for sales estimates for production and planning
• Resolve customer complaints regarding product and sales
• Implements and executes promotional strategies to drive sales
• Determines pricing, promotions, credit terms, and other bid specifications to customers
• Collaborates with executive leadership to develop sales quotes and strategies
• Keep an eye on competitors by observing trends, merchandising techniques, etc
• Manages expenses to stay within budgeted guidelines
• Hunter mentality
• Adheres to all Company policies, procedures and business ethic codes. Represents the Company in a professional manner
• Perform other additional duties as assigned