Title:  Key Account Executive

Advance your career as a Key Account Executive supporting our Albertson’s Southern division.  In this exciting role, you will use your selling skills to partner with key decision-makers to drive business results.  As an integral part of a Kellanova National Customer team, you’ll create sales solutions driven by consumer insights.  Maximize and maintain the growth strategy for your account—all while building your expertise and network.  We are looking for talent in the greater Dallas, TX area in this remote role.  We will also consider individuals in remote locations who are willing to travel up to 50% of the time.  This position provides participation in the Kellanova Auto Reimbursement program for individuals driving at least 5,000 business miles annually. 

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

• Account Development – As a Key Account Executive you will develop an annual customer plan that sets objectives to support our full portfolio of brands through merchandising, promotions, pricing, new & seasonal product launches, Omnichannel programs, and ESG partner initiatives.
• Customer Collaboration – Win with our customers by becoming a strategic business partner.  Your superior business knowledge will be a resource to Albertson’s as you work to deliver exceptional results. 
• Strategic Partnerships – Create partnerships to collaborate with the customer's key decision makers as well as internal cross-functional partners to identify opportunities and develop ideas that deliver results.
• Analytics – Knowing your business will be imperative in driving profitable sales growth.  Performing pre and post-promotion analysis and revising future programs as necessary will be key to your success.
• Budget Management – Responsible for managing trade dollars within your assigned budgets to drive profitability and deliver customer-specific trade and promotion plans.

We’re Looking for Someone With

• High School Diploma 
• Previous account management experience preferred
• Ability to develop, present, and execute customer plans with a focus on customer communication and account penetration
• Ability to understand market dynamics, forecast results, and analyze and interpret data (i.e. Nielsen / IRI)
• Strong understanding of trade strategy, retail operation, and negotiation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• A flexible work schedule and the ability to travel overnight up to 50% of the time but this may vary depending on the location of residency. 

Compensation Insights

The annual salary range is $$114,400-$150,150 which is based on various factors such as location, experience and skill. Discretionary bonuses based on company and individual performance are also available 

Whats Next

Applications for this position will be accepted through January 24, 2025.  After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. 

Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer.

Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email USA.Recruitment@Kellanova.com.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, employee assistance program, short-term disability coverage, and long-term disability insurance. Also, voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident as well as a 401(k) plan with company contributions is available.

Part-time employees may have access to benefits on a pro-rated basis. See KellanovaTotalHealth.com for more information.

Get to Know Us

At Kellanova, we are driven by our vision to be the world’s best-performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our portfolio of iconic, world-class brands include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Crunchy Nut, among others.

Kellanova’s Culture of Best means we bring our best to all that we do in pursuit of our vision to be the world’s best performing snacks-led powerhouse. Our culture celebrates boldness and empowers our people to challenge the status quo, achieve results, and win together.

Our focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) enables us to build a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table and are inspired to share their passion, talents and ideas to work.

Mars has agreed to acquire Kellanova in a combination that will shape the future of snacking! The transaction is anticipated to close within the first half of 2025 (subject to Kellanova shareowner approval and other customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals). The companies remain separate until closing.

You can learn more at www.futureofsnacking.com, and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.

Let's shape the future of snacking. 

Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here