[Remote] National Account Manager - Wholesale

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Bumble Bee Foods is an iconic seafood company seeking a National Account Manager to lead selling activities for key wholesale customers. This role involves developing customer plans, managing a complex portfolio, and collaborating cross-functionally to maximize distribution and promotional efforts.ResponsibilitiesManage a large, complex wholesale customer portfolio independently, balancing diverse go-to-market strategies with strong prioritization and planningDevelop and lead customer plans that maximize distribution, shelf placement, merchandising, and promotion for Bumble Bee itemsMaintain a strong in-market presence through regular customer meetings, broker leadership, and store visitsLead forecasting excellence by managing volume planning, promotional planning, post-promotion analysis, and customer insights to support accurate inventory deployment across the supply chain and within applicable trade systemsPartner cross-functionally with order processing, deductions management, category management, supply chain, and marketing to deliver strong customer outcomesManage deductions for assigned customers proactively and drive timely resolutionBuild best-in-class knowledge of the shelf-stable seafood and meat categories through continuous learningMaintain the highest ethical and professional standards in all internal and external business interactions, including effective time management, communication, and meeting preparationSkillsBachelor's degree is preferred, ideally in Business or Marketing3 to 5 years of CPG sales or category management experience, preferably with direct wholesale customer responsibilityProven record of ownership, including proactive planning, follow-through, and executionProficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPointAbility to analyze syndicated data and apply insights effectively in sales presentationsAbility to travel up to 25% of the timeWorking knowledge of trade fund management systems and internal sales and shipment reporting tools, with experience in CAS (TPM), Cognos, and SAP preferred but not requiredBenefitsMedical insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k) retirement plan with company matchHSA & FSALife insurance and disability insuranceAnd other voluntary benefitsPaid time-offSick-flex time12 company paid holidaysEligible to participate in Team member Profit Sharing PlanCompany OverviewThe Bumble Bee Seafood Company is passionately pursuing its purpose of feeding people’s lives through the power of the ocean. It was founded in 1899, and is headquartered in San Diego, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.bumblebee.com/.