Sr. Manager, Retail Sales – Large Store West

fairlife LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers.

With over $3B in annual retail sales fairlifes portfolio of delicious lactose-free real dairy products includes: fairlife ultra-filtered milk; Core Power High Protein Shakes a sports nutrition drink to support post-workout recovery; fairlife nutrition plan a nutrition shake to support the journey to better health.

A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company fairlife LLC has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry leading innovation.

To learn more about fairlife and its complete line of products please visit .

job purpose:

The Sr. Manager Retail Sales Large StoreWestpositionwill play a vital role in driving sales growthwithRegional Customers and Distributorsacting as theFairlifeSME (subject matter expert) with our partners.Responsible for overseeing all aspects of sales & execution within an assigned region including achieving profitable growth while delivering on KPIs store visits to review execution with all partners internal and external organizing planning/review meetings with key stakeholders and our distributor partners partnering with commercial teams to bring programs into the market and preparing for and conducting sales calls with assigned Key Accounts.This position requires extensive travel within the assigned region approximately 50% of the time.

responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of sales & execution to deliver KPIs and align to corporate goals

• Build andmaintainstrong relationships with key clientsdistributorsand retail partners.

• Identifynew business opportunities to expand sales and market share.

• Conduct market research and analysis through reporting tools and store visits to stay informed on trends in industry assigned market vs ROM/national or customer.

• Store visits to review execution with all partners internal and external including but not limited to bottlers NAOU and Acosta

• Assistin presentingfairlifesstrategies with customers

• Ensure local/national chain programming is being adhered to at store level (pricing positioning).

• Identifydistribution voids and develop a gap closing plan.

• Complete any paperwork/spreadsheets that may benecessaryincluding trackers market surveys etc.

• Deliver regular quantitative and qualitative analysis and feedback to XF partners on program results

• Expected to be in market on a regular basis covering entire geography of assigned area with a total portfolio lens while in market

• Manages key account sales budget (both trade and marketing) within assigned territory adjusting for needs within each brand whilemaintainingfiscal responsibility

skills/qualifications required:

• Bachelors degree in business administration sales and marketing or related field/MBA Preferred

• Prior Key Account Management sales experience isa must(5 years preferably with food or beverage products).

• Local market knowledge (geography key contacts etc.).

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Ability to drivea resultsdriven team of sales professionals to quota attainment

• Financial and business acumenrequiredto include overall budget management

how fairlifenourishes you:

Atfairlife we believe in better and that includes how we support our people. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits andwellbeingresources designed to support you physically emotionally socially and financially both in and out of work.

• Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage effective day one!

• Supplemental health plans (hospital indemnity accident and critical illness insurance)

• Paid Time Off to recharge and support work-life balance

• Paid parental leave & adoptionassistance(up to $10000)

• Parental support & family care benefits including childcare resources and lactation support

• 401(k) to support retirement planning with up to 9% in employer match

• Wellness reimbursement (up to $500 for qualified wellbeing expenses)

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for emotional wellbeing and work-life support

• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability

• Employer HSA funding (for HDHP participants)

• Tuition reimbursement (up to $10000) and student loan repayment ($200/month)

• Learning & development programs to unlock your full potential

• Rewards & recognition matching gifts free product and Business Resource Groups

fairlifesnour!shprogram is designed to meet you where you are supporting your individual wellbeing journey while enabling you to do your best work every day.

position location:Western U.S. Territory

reportsto:Director of Large Store Sales West Region

travel requirements:50-75%

exempt/nonexempt: exempt

fairlife LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis ofrace color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job-related factors.

In addition to its nondiscrimination commitment the Company will also provide reasonable accommodation of qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us please email.

For Recruitment Agencies

At fairlife we manage the majority of our hiring internally through our dedicated Talent Acquisition team which is actively engaged in direct candidate sourcing. Most of our roles are filled through applications submitted via our careers site or through direct outreach by our team.