Key Account Manager - Katy, Tx

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The Key Account Manager requires direct client interaction, focusing on analyzing business performance and designing tailored programs to meet each client’s unique needs. The ideal candidate consistently delivers exceptional service, cultivates long‑term relationships, and drives customer satisfaction, contributing to contract renewals, expansions, and sustained business growth.

• Lead high‑impact business reviews that highlight performance wins, emerging opportunities, and forward‑thinking recommendations.
• Dive into sales, product mix, and operational data—turning insights into improvements that boost profitability and streamline operations.
• Design and recommend program enhancements that delight customers and maximize value.
• Solve service challenges swiftly, ensuring smooth day‑to‑day operations and a consistently positive onsite experience.
• Support seamless launches of new business accounts, collaborating closely with operations, merchandising, and field teams.
• Build trusted, long‑term relationships with clients, becoming their go‑to expert for service, strategy, and business growth.
• Leverage financial analysis to guide pricing strategies, product mix decisions, and ongoing program improvements.

• You’re a relationship builder, a problem solver, and a strategic thinker.
• 3+ years of account management experience, ideally in food service, vending, micro‑markets, distribution, or hospitality.
• A proven ability to prepare, analyze, and present detailed business reviews that inspire client confidence.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills—you influence, negotiate, and engage with ease.
• A track record of developing strong partnerships with decision‑makers.
• Sharp analytical judgment, with the ability to interpret data and translate it into smart recommendations.
• Top‑tier problem‑solving skills, balancing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint, plus comfort navigating business reporting tools.
• Ready to join a team where your insights, partnerships, and ideas drive real results.
• Be part of Canteen—where innovation meets hospitality, and where your work powers the places people gather, connect, and thrive.

Canteen is a member of Compass Group USA.  to learn more about the Compass Story.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Canteen maintains a drug‑free workplace.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Job title:

Key Account Manager – Katy, TX
Salary: $61,000.00–$81,450.00 (annual)**

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