Key Account Executive

Key Account Executive

As a Key Account Executive for the Albertsons-Safeway business, you'll leverage your sales expertise to collaborate with key decision-makers and drive results. Working as part of the Kellanova National Customer Team, you'll develop strategic solutions based on consumer insights, support account growth, and expand your professional network.

This remote role is based in the Western U.S., with up to 25% travel, and includes eligibility for the Kellanova Auto Reimbursement program for those driving 5,000+ business miles annually.

A taste of what you'll be doing:

• Account Development – Develop an annual customer division plan that sets objectives to support our full portfolio of brands through merchandising, promotions, pricing, new & seasonal product launches, Omnichannel programs, and community-led initiatives.
• Customer Collaboration – Win with our customers by becoming a strategic business partner. Your superior business knowledge will be a resource to Albertsons as you work to deliver exceptional results.
• Strategic Partnerships— Create partnerships to collaborate with the customer's key division 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, leveraging insights and revising future plans as necessary will be key to your success.

We're looking for someone with:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Previous account sales management and Albertsons 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 operations, negotiation skills and financial acumen.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• This is a driving role which requires the use of a personal vehicle. To meet the requirements of the role, your driving record must be clear of any significant charges over the last 36 months and cannot have more than 2 moving violations over the last 36 months.

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.

What's next:

Applications for this position will be accepted through August 29, 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.

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.

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, Rice Krispies Treats, Eggo, 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.

The hiring manager for this role is Eric Goldberg. This is a global level 4 equivalent role.

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.