INABA FOODS (USA), INC.
Inaba Foods (USA), Inc.
Inaba Foods (USA) Inc., is seeking Key Account Managers to develop and maintain relationships at the headquarters level with potential and existing national and regional retailers as well as distributors within the Pet category. Key Account Managers oversee major accounts that generate a substantial portion of sales and build long‑lasting valuable customer relationships.
This is an office‑based position in Torrance, CA. Reports to the Sr. Sales Manager. Hiring in Pet Specialty.
Compensation Base pay range: $80,000.00/yr – $100,000.00/yr
Duties and Responsibilities
Acts as single point of contact for customers or distributors, nurture existing business and drive volume by increasing distribution and customer partnerships
Review past and current purchase order history reports to project sales, and determine profitability
Participates in reviews of performance and market presentations
Routinely engages with existing accounts to ensure customers’ needs are met or exceeded
Extensive efforts focusing on increasing volumes of distributors and customers
Executes and implements strategies of the field and product features to match products to the need of customers
Provide input for sales estimates for production and planning
Resolve customer complaints regarding product and sales
Implements and executes promotional strategies to drive sales
Determines pricing, promotions, credit terms, and other bid specifications to customers
Collaborates with executive leadership to develop sales quotes and strategies
Keep an eye on competitors by observing trends, merchandising techniques, etc.
Manages expenses to stay within budgeted guidelines
Hunter mentality
Adheres to all Company policies, procedures and business ethic codes. Represents the Company in a professional manner
Perform other additional duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing and Sales or related field
3-5 years’ experience in Pet Specialty sales calling on headquarters and Pet Specialty stores
Ability to leverage trends and data
Create compelling PowerPoint sales presentations
Organized, detail‑oriented and manage multiple tasks
Experience partnering with distributors and knowledge of basic distributor model principles
Excellent time management skills and adaptable to a continually growing environment
Cross‑functional team collaboration, internally and within accounts
Aptitude to travel daily or weekly or spend most of the day in vehicle
Must hold unrestricted driver’s license with no more than three (3) violations in the last two (2) years and no more than one (1) “at‑fault” accident in the past three (3) years
Ability to commute to the office daily
Advance proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Inaba Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment laws, including California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act. Seniority Level Associate
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function
Sales, Customer Service, and Project Management
Industries
Consumer Goods, Food and Beverage Manufacturing, and Retail
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This is an office‑based position in Torrance, CA. Reports to the Sr. Sales Manager. Hiring in Pet Specialty.
Compensation Base pay range: $80,000.00/yr – $100,000.00/yr
Duties and Responsibilities
Acts as single point of contact for customers or distributors, nurture existing business and drive volume by increasing distribution and customer partnerships
Review past and current purchase order history reports to project sales, and determine profitability
Participates in reviews of performance and market presentations
Routinely engages with existing accounts to ensure customers’ needs are met or exceeded
Extensive efforts focusing on increasing volumes of distributors and customers
Executes and implements strategies of the field and product features to match products to the need of customers
Provide input for sales estimates for production and planning
Resolve customer complaints regarding product and sales
Implements and executes promotional strategies to drive sales
Determines pricing, promotions, credit terms, and other bid specifications to customers
Collaborates with executive leadership to develop sales quotes and strategies
Keep an eye on competitors by observing trends, merchandising techniques, etc.
Manages expenses to stay within budgeted guidelines
Hunter mentality
Adheres to all Company policies, procedures and business ethic codes. Represents the Company in a professional manner
Perform other additional duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing and Sales or related field
3-5 years’ experience in Pet Specialty sales calling on headquarters and Pet Specialty stores
Ability to leverage trends and data
Create compelling PowerPoint sales presentations
Organized, detail‑oriented and manage multiple tasks
Experience partnering with distributors and knowledge of basic distributor model principles
Excellent time management skills and adaptable to a continually growing environment
Cross‑functional team collaboration, internally and within accounts
Aptitude to travel daily or weekly or spend most of the day in vehicle
Must hold unrestricted driver’s license with no more than three (3) violations in the last two (2) years and no more than one (1) “at‑fault” accident in the past three (3) years
Ability to commute to the office daily
Advance proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Inaba Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment laws, including California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act. Seniority Level Associate
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function
Sales, Customer Service, and Project Management
Industries
Consumer Goods, Food and Beverage Manufacturing, and Retail
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