Retail Sales Manager

Job Description The Retail Sales Manager is accountable for delivering against Perfect Store through the development, planning, and execution of Retail Execution plans at retailers within specific span of control across geographic and/or national customers. This position will preferably be based in either Cincinnati, OH or Chicago, IL area due to Customer connectivity. Essential Functions & Responsibilities Lead strategic and execution discussions to drive indispensable partnership and growth at Meijer Region & Market level Define retail execution priorities through collaboration with Customer Business Team (CBT) and in alignment with Perfect Store Drive transparency of retail execution impact to the CBT through communication of results, pre/present/post event performance, and critical store level insights Collaborate and align with CBT and/or broader Retail Execution team on action plans to course correct as needed Lead 3rd party (Acosta) communication and discussion via cadenced calls reinforcing strategic and executional priorities for Kraft Heinz throughout the year Train Acosta in-store reps on Kraft Heinz and CBT knowledge: product knowledge, playbook utilization, competitive set, seasonality, etc. Establish relationships with key collaborators within CBT or 3rd party – sharing updates on upsell opportunities / wins at divisions and gaining alignment / support where needed Use data and benchmarking to see opportunities and implement action plans that impact resu