What We Do
At C.A. Fortune, we aspire to maintain our position as the nation’s leading consumer brands agency. We realize how fortunate we are (pun intended) to offer comprehensive solutions to our clients. From sales management to marketing, all the way down to insights and e-commerce, our boutique service model offers a breadth of services to our clients.
Who We Are
People. Passion. Purpose. Our people are the core of our business. Our unique boutique service model allows our people to follow their passions with a purpose, all while delivering excellent services to our clients. We are committed to living out our values. We are fearless and curious innovators who lead with solutions, empower others, and do the right thing, always. We are a family-first organization and recognize the importance of a healthy and flexible work-life balance, a positive support system, and the power of diversity and inclusion
Overview of the Role
- Our team is growing, and we are looking for a Senior Key Account Manager to call on Sprouts Farmer Market. If you have a passion for food, love selling and building relationships, this could be the role for you!
- Prior experience calling on Sprouts Farmer Market is required. Success in this role looks like strong organizational skills, ability to work on projects with competing deadlines, and excellent communication.
- You will work with clients to build promotional plans, align strategies, present and maintain item assortment, and build connectivity with Sprouts Farmer Market.
- Location: Remote but must be local to Phoenix, AZ / Scottsdale, AZ
- Travel Requirements: Less than 15% – i.e. industry trade shows, client national sales meetings, SproutsCon, & or any other events that would be warranted; all other travel is within assigned market (automobile)
- At C.A. we’re not looking for perfection, just people that want to commit to a us and grow their careers long-term. We are on a mission to build better brands that inspire healthier lifestyles for consumers and their families. If you’re looking for a sign to apply, here it is!
What You’ll Do at C.A. Fortune
- Create and execute Sprouts specific sales plan for regional retailers that meets or exceeds established sales quotas and supports company revenue and profit targets
- Meet regularly with existing customers to understand their evolving business needs and position product solutions to address those needs, provide all maintenance, new item submissions, promotional support, etc.
- Build long-term, productive, and mutually beneficial relationships with existing and new customers & clients
- Maintain consistent communication and timely follow-up with customers and clients and be available and responsive to their real-time needs
- Work effectively/professionally with company’s internal departments, assuring elite management of our clients and customers businesses.
- Attend all required national trade shows, market specific sales meetings, client specific sales meetings, or any other necessary functions (established by your supervisor)
- Approach ALL aspects of the role with a winning, “can-do,” positive, progressive, solution-based mindset.
What You Should Bring to the Table
- Must be local to Phoenix, AZ / Scottsdale, AZ
- Must have depth of experience working with Sprouts Farmers Marketmerchants
- Full understanding of all things Sprouts Farmers Market, their policies, procedures, structure, requirements, etc.
- Established relationships with Sprouts Farmers Marketteam members
- Natural/Grocery/CPG experience is required, direct relationships with Sprouts
- Strong knowledge of the consumer products industry (specifically natural food products)
- Strong level of knowledge of Natural Channel at both HQ and store level
- Proficient with all necessary computer-based programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams)
Perks
- 16 days PTO
- 11 paid company holidays per year
- 2 paid volunteer days per year
- 3 months fully paid parental leave (regardless of gender)
- Medical, dental, and vision
- Paid company life insurance
- 401k with company match
- Summer hours (half day Fridays from Memorial Day thru Labor Day)
- Work from home flexibility
Come As You Are
C.A. is committed to making our company more inclusive. Diversity fuels our innovation and better connects us to our clients, our colleagues, and our communities. Based on research, we know that women and other marginalized groups tend to apply to roles only when their experience perfectly matches the job description. That said, we encourage you to apply if you meet the majority of qualifications, especially if this role aligns with your career trajectory.
