Grecian Delight | Kronos Foods · 1 day ago
Retail Business Development Manager (Club/Mass)
Elk Grove Village, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $130K/yr
5+ years expGrecian Delight | Kronos Foods is a premier provider of authentic Greek and Mediterranean cuisine. They are seeking an experienced Retail Business Development Manager to drive innovation and growth opportunities across Club and Mass retail channels, serving as the key connection point between Retail Sales and Marketing/Innovation teams.
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Responsibilities
Lead the creation and execution of innovation strategies for Club and Mass retailers, (Costco, Sam’s, Walmart, Target) aligning retailer needs with consumer insights, market trends and company goals
Identify and translate consumer, culinary, and category trends into actionable innovation opportunities
Build business cases to evaluate opportunities, including financial modeling, margin and market analysis
Commission and oversee cross-functional project teams in partnership with a Commercialization Project Manager, ensuring successful product development and execution
Champion new product launches, coordinating packaging design, commercialization, and activation efforts with Marketing, Innovation, Sales, and Supply Chain teams
Support sales teams with sell-in presentations, and effective tools to drive adoption
Monitor and analyze post-launch product performance, providing recommendations for optimization and long-term success
Serve as the primary liaison between Retail Sales and Marketing/Innovation teams to ensure retailer needs are addressed in innovation planning
Guide agency and vendor partnerships in coordination with marketing and procurement teams to develop packaging, marketing toolkits, and customer-facing collateral
Drive a collaborative, consumer-first approach to innovation, ensuring seamless alignment between departments and external partners
Traveling up to 20%
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Innovation, or related field
5+ years of experience in marketing, product development, or innovation within CPG food categories
Proven success in launching new products and building long-term growth platforms
Strong analytical and commercial skills with expertise in financial modeling and market evaluation
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence across organizational levels
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
Proficient in all Microsoft Office Products, PowerPoint and Excel (heavy users preferred)
Strategic Innovation Leadership – Strong ability to identify and execute growth opportunities through creative, consumer-driven innovation
Business Acumen – Expertise in financial modeling, P&L management, and market dynamics
Cross-Functional Collaboration – Skilled at aligning R&D, Supply Chain, Sales, and Marketing for seamless execution
Communication & Storytelling – Exceptional written and verbal skills to craft compelling product narratives
Project Management – Highly organized and detail-oriented with experience managing complex projects
Adaptability & Initiative – Thrives in dynamic environments and takes ownership to drive results
Preferred
MBA or advanced degree in a related field
Experience with Club and/or Mass retail accounts preferred
Benefits
Highly competitive compensation and bonus programs
Medical, Dental and Vision options for you and your family
Safe-harbor 401(k) Plan with generous matching and immediate vesting
Life, AD&D, Short and Long-term Disability Programs
Health, Dependent Care, & Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account Contributions
Additional Voluntary Benefit Programs
Paid Vacations and Holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Company
Grecian Delight | Kronos Foods
We’re a global food leader, known for innovative products and ethnic flavors. We started with Greek cuisine and now our kitchen is the world.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2020-02-12Acquired
2004-11-19Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Peter Parthenis Jr
CEO at Grecian Delight Foods & Kronos Foods
Giannina Delgado
Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner
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