Senior Account Manager - Food Lion (Private Label)

Overview:

Our client is a well-respected leader in Private Label food & beverage that is rapidly growing. Due to promotion, they are looking for a senior account manager with experience with Food Lion, or any other Ahold Delhaize (ADUSA) banners i.e. Food Lion, Hannaford, Stop & Shop, Giant Foods, Giant Company.

Position Summary:

• Execute specific programs designed to achieve profitable sales volume.
• Develop strong business relationships with Key Accounts across various business units to ensure objectives are met.
• Conduct post audits on all promotional events.
• Develop and maintain strong internal relationships with cross-functional groups including finance, supply chain, operations, and marketing.
• Analyze various data sources/insights to identify business opportunities.
• Work with Supply Chain and Demand Planning to provide insight into upcoming events, promotions, distribution, or POS changes.
• Management of financial budgets.
• Accurate completion of all administrative tasks (expense reports, pricing templates, deal sheets, forecasts, new item sheets, and weekly reports).

Requirements:

• 5 years of Account Management experience with Food Lion (or any other ADUSA banners i.e. Food Lion, Hannaford, Stop & Shop, Giant Foods, Giant Company. )
• Private Label Food or Beverage experience
• “Farmer” versus “Hunter” mentality – focus on taking care of existing business
• Excel, PowerPoint, and Word are required.
• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimal overnight (6 trips per year plus meetings at HQ and occasional trade show i.e. PLMA)

“This is a relationship-driven role—perfect for someone who loves nurturing accounts, not hunting new ones.”