Senior Customer Executive

Identify opportunities for growth via internal and external data and partner with customers to develop action plans. Execute programming communication with key decision makers at all customers. Gain display authorization and secondary display support for all new products, sales programs, seasonal support etc (Market Intelligence Frequency a must) Leverage market relationships to stay informed about Customer Competitive landscape - predominantly food, but total box and e-commerce as well. Develop & publish regular scorecarding for execution. Ability to establish and maintain trusted professional relationships (Internal/External). Demonstrates analytical proficiency. Demonstrates strong organizational skills, resourcefulness, and ability to deliver against timelines. Ability to influence people - customer and company using Circana, other 3rd party data. Understands and can effectively communicate Category Management principles. Adapts approach and attitude in real time, according to the changing demands of different situations. Creates a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives. Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Bachelor's Degree in Sales, Marketing or Business-related field preferred. A combination of education, training and experience that results in demonstrated competency to perform the work may be substituted. Ideal candidate will possess: 5 or more years' consumer product account experience. Direct customer leadership experience, preferably with Hy-Vee. Requires excellent presentation and written/oral communication skills, as well as the ability to effectively negotiate and influence others. Excellent organizational, analytical, and planning skills. Computer skills and proficiency, specifically PowerPoint, Excel, and Word are required, as well as high proficiency with Margin Minder. Travel is required: >50 %.