National Account Manager, Kroger & Albertsons

Senior Trade Marketing Lead - Kroger & Albertsons Account

As a Senior Trade Marketing Lead overseeing the Kroger & Albertsons account, you will play a pivotal role in providing analytical support and developing sales and trade strategy to achieve segment growth and financial targets. This position is a unique blend of National Account Sales, Trade Fund Management, Category Insight, Category Management, Shopper Marketing and Data Analytics, requiring strong cross-functional competency.

Account Management:

• Lead and manage the Kroger & Albertsons account, developing and nurturing strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Drive collaborative efforts to achieve growth and financial targets.

Trade Marketing and Sales Strategy:

• Develop and implement trade marketing and sales strategies aligned with overall business objectives.
• Utilize data analytics to identify opportunities, trends, and areas for improvement.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with Sales, Shopper Marketing, Consumer Insights, and Category Management teams to ensure coordinated efforts and holistic strategies.
• Provide leadership and guidance in a cross-functional environment.

Experience with Kroger & Albertsons:

• Utilize your expertise and experience with Kroger and/or Albertsons to tailor strategies to the unique dynamics of these accounts.
• Leverage understanding of 84.51 to enhance data-driven decision-making.

Sales & Trade Finance:

• Demonstrate proficiency in sales and trade finance to develop and manage budgets effectively.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to optimize trade investments.

National Account Strategy:

• Be a self-starter capable of developing and executing national account finance and sales strategies.
• Drive initiatives to enhance market share and profitability.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (MBA is a plus).
• Years of experience in trade marketing, sales, and account management, with a focus on Kroger and/or Albertsons.
• Proven success in developing and implementing trade marketing and sales strategies.
• Experience with 84.51 data analytics platform.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in sales and trade finance.
• Self-motivated with the ability to drive national account strategy and execution.