Alphia · 1 day ago
Account Manager
Alphia is a company focused on achieving sales objectives, and they are seeking an Account Manager to take direct responsibility for a range of strategic accounts. The role involves gaining new accounts, increasing sales in current accounts, and ensuring effective communication between the customer and the company.
Responsibilities
Direct and monitor execution of account plans to achieve volume objectives and key sales objectives as assigned by VP Sales
Assortment analysis by customer at item level to drive contribution margin
Monitor performance on a customer basis to assess capacity allocation and volume opportunity
Lead new product innovation and project management in partnership with commercial and R&D teams
Develop relationships with key customers and internal stakeholders to drive successful partnerships
Effectively manage administrative responsibilities including information requests, change management, competitive intelligence, expense reports, and others as assigned
Develop persuasive business presentations to identify short-term and long-term opportunities
Respond promptly and effectively to new customer inquiries
Works to strengthen relationship with Customer by building interpersonal rapport and maintaining regular contact in order develop sticky customer relationship
Analyzes industry trends and competitive actions to develop alternative strategies and tactics to maintain and/or improve competitive advantage with customers
Frequent travel to support customer plant tours, trial runs, commissioning runs
Works with VP Sales to assess personal development needs and develop the appropriate development/training plans to facilitate personal and professional growth
Monitors the planned execution with customer and capitalizes on emerging opportunities/progress in the coming fiscal year
Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reviewing company website and brochures
Qualification
Required
Education level: Bachelor's degree required
Experience: Three to five years sales experience, pet experience preferred
Ability to show, promote, and sell products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, sales influence and techniques, and sales control systems
Develop and maintain interpersonal relationships, think creatively, manage risk, and exhibit the curiosity for continued growth in industry and within the profession
Proficient in MS Office software, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Willing to work in a team environment and contribute to group goals
Excellent communication skills. Must demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with staff inside and outside the department
Ability to receive and provide instructions in a positive manner
Intermediate math skills to include ratios, percentages, addition, subtraction, etc
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and details simultaneously
Ability to travel to trade shows and customer meetings frequently
Company
Alphia
Alphia is a food production company that unites two of America’s favorite manufacturers of pet food and treats.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-08-24Acquired
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