[Remote] Sales Account Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Smithfield Foods is a leading consumer packaged goods company dedicated to sustainably feeding people around the world. The Sales Account Manager will be responsible for introducing and placing new products with customers, executing business initiatives, and driving sales for long-term growth while maintaining customer relationships.ResponsibilitiesDirect Sales Responsibility: Accountable for achieving budgeted sales of consumer goods to key customers. Develop and achieve maximum sales volume consistent with sales projections for accounts served. Maintain business with existing accounts for continued growthCommunications and Product Management: Maintain current knowledge of Smithfield’s product management, marketing, R&D efforts in order to increase sales and satisfy customer demands for new items. Cultivate business relations with personnel at various levels in order to communicate product availability, logistics information, product specifications, and pricing as neededCustomer Service: Ensure prompt and equitable disposition of customer complaints or problems; this may require communication with corporate headquartersSkillsBachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 2+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, requiredKnowledge of the dynamics of the food business industry or retail channelsExperience of customer-focused and fact-based selling, including IRI, Nielsen and Perishable Group dataStrong critical thinking and problem solving skillsHigh level of written and verbal communication skills, organizational planning, and adaptabilityRespectful, approachable and team-oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environmentAbility to work well in fast paced, dynamic environmentPossess a valid driver's licenseMay travel up to 80% of the timeBenefitsRelocation Package AvailableCompany OverviewSmithfield Foods is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. It was founded in 1936, and is headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://smithfieldfoods.com.