National Account Manager

About the role

National Account Management

Develop relationships across partners network (Corporate, field, owner/operators). Work with Red Bull Stakeholders to develop and execute plans. Builds strong, mutually beneficial relationships with key account decision makers and stakeholders. Customizes presentations utilizing business insights to appeal to customer's needs to gain execution and programming.

Creates account programming such as LTO's, staff programs, etc. that are relevant to each account and drives volume. Works with Director of LSR to conduct business reviews and holds partners accountable to deliver upon agreed upon execution and programs. Participates in relevant Trade Shows and Conferences.

CROSS FUNCTIONAL FACILITATION Builds strong relationships and credibility throughout the organization to influence and drive initiatives at the region level. Works with HQ LSR Lead, Director of LSR, On Premise Marketing and Brand Marketing to create custom account programs and ensure brand standards are intact. Take Global Framework and adapt to US priorities with Director of LSR.

Communicates with key stakeholders within the Business Units/Regions to drive execution, and to provide and receive account and program feedback. Works closely with Ops and Distribution. Conducts regular reviews with RB Key Stakeholders apart of Global Partnership. DRIVES ON PREMISE MARKETING INITIATIVES IN LIMITED-SERVICE RESTAURANTS Develops programs to motivate, engage and reward staff.

Works with trade marketing and 3rd party agencies to develop relevant social/ digital programming to drive brand and product relevance. Creates programs that deliver a premium product experience. BUDGETS & PLANNING Establishes and manages budgets, constantly analyzing ROI and rate per case. Plans and tracks volume monthly by account chain. Analyzes distribution and non-buy reports monthly to close gaps.

Assists in developing, tracking and controlling budgets to secure alignment with the annual Business Plan budgets. Manage expense spending to assigned budget. Controls account volume forecasting and spend management thru accurate and regular Customer Program Management (CPM) updates. BUSINESS ANALYSIS & REPORTING Drive post-promotion analysis, following all programs to evaluate promotional effectiveness.

Use all available RBNA and customer data, information and tools and Category Management support to develop and maintain a position of thought leadership within the Energy Drink Category with assigned accounts. Analyze sales data thoroughly to define priorities, identify opportunities, and apply focus for the team.

BUSINESS REVIEWS Conducts regularly scheduled business reviews with account leadership and internal field sales to update on business, competition, opportunities, etc. Proactively shares examples of Red Bull marketing activities to demonstrate key points of differentiation to competition. Provide Energy Insights that drive change in promotion, price, or display practices.

Routinely engages in activities to build relationships and 'wire' key accounts to its deepest level.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum 5 years chain management experience with proven track record of success. Strong desire to actively pursue and secure new business Minimum 8 years of CPG sales experience with a strong track record of driving growth in Limited-Service Restaurants with a strong track record of success Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is required for this role.

Persuasive Communicator (oral and written) with customers and internal leadership Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess and utilize business insights Strong Collaborator- Team player mindset Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills Proven success with scalable programming that delivers sales results Creative, solution-oriented mindset with an eye for details Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to work independently Planning and business management experience with the ability to develop joint business plans and penetrate the customer up to the highest ranks Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint Bachelor's Degree preferred

Additional Information

This position is open to U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals who are currently authorized to work in the United States on a valid visa. The base salary range for this position is $124,000 - 186,000 + cash incentives. Actual salary offers may vary based on work experience. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified.

Our current Benefits include: Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans, 401k Match, Family Leave, PTO & Paid Holiday Schedule, Pet, Legal, and Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement (Benefits listed may vary depending on the nature of your employment and/or work location).