National Account Manager - Kroger; Cincinnati

National Account Manager
- Kroger (Cincinnati-based)

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Start Date:

9/18/26 Country:
United States

Job Location:

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Unlimited-term Working mode:
Remote work Job  National Account Manager
- Kroger (Cincinnati-based)

Bel is part of a mission-driven, family-owned company with 160 years of innovation and social purpose, a presence in 120 countries, and a commitment to repositioning the role of snacking to help support a balanced diet. With beloved brands like Babybel®, GoGo squeeZ®, The Laughing Cow®, and Boursin®, Bel U.S. creates delicious fruit, veggie, and dairy portion-sized snacks that bring nourishment, joy, and convenience to everyday life.

Guided by the values of care, dare, and commit, Bel is committed to the Fight for Better Snacking—delivering accessible, portion-sized options while advancing sustainable innovation, healthier snacking, regenerative agriculture, circular economy, and community support. Bel’s mission gives the company a powerful platform to show up credibly at industry moments that shape conversations, partnerships, and the future of food.

The company has headquarters in Chicago and New York City and operates 4 manufacturing plants in Little Chute, WI;
Brookings, SD;
Traverse City, MI; and Nampa, . #IWork For All For Good

The National Account Manager role located in Cincinnati, OH, is a key contributor to the success and growth of GoGo SqueeZ brands at key retail partners. In close partnership with the Director of Sales – Kroger, you will identify and develop strategic opportunities while strengthening relationships with customers and collaborating with internal teams. This role is instrumental in designing and executing initiatives that support the company’s vision and financial objectives, helping us reach new levels of market leadership and sustainable growth.

Strong category management skills and the ability to deliver engaging, customer-facing presentations are essential. Success in this position requires managing multiple priorities, building strong partnerships, and maintaining a focus on quality and results.

• Business Development & Account Expansion
  • Expand existing business by managing key accounts and leveraging new and existing relationships.
  • Assist the Sales Director in identifying key divisional opportunities.
  • Utilize the full extent of company resources to increase distribution and ensure ongoing customer satisfaction.
  • Conduct key customer presentations and develop supporting materials with the marketing team.
  • Represent the company at trade shows, distributor events, and retailer functions.
  • Monitor and report on distribution, retail pricing, and competitive activity in a timely fashion.
• Category & Sales Management
  • Build, update, and interpret multiple business metrics through weekly/monthly reporting.
  • Implement Category Management best practices with designated brokers, distributors, and retail accounts.
  • Use internal, syndicated, and customer data to generate external sales insights, recommend SKU rationalization, and identify market trends.
  • Collaborate with the Sales Director to develop specific planograms.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication
  • Partner with cross-functional teams including Category Management, Revenue Growth Management, Sales Operations, Marketing, Demand Planning, Logistics, Customer Service, Finance, and HR.
  • Communicate effectively and in a timely manner with internal team members.
  • Manage and report competitive activity such as pricing, promotions, and new product launches.
  • Oversee customer forecasts, inventory, and demand planning.
• Financial Management & Administration
  • Work with the Sales Director to…