Job Description

Gpac is working with a client company that manufactures premium pet food, treats, and other products deeply rooted in a family tradition of excellence that has continued for generations. The company continues to thrive in the 21st century.

They are seeking an Onsite Key Accounts Manager to develop and maintain relationships at the headquarter level with potential and existing national and regional retailers as well as distributors within the pet/FDM category. This is an onsite office-based position that reports to the Senior Regional Sales Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain relationships with major national and regional retailers/distributors.
• Oversee accounts that generate a substantial portion of company sales.
• Build long-lasting, valuable partnerships to drive growth.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or Sales.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in CPG or pet product industry sales calling on HQ and retail stores (pet industry experience a plus).
• Ability to leverage trends and data.
• Willingness to travel regularly.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to work onsite at the office.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Key Attributes:

• Flexible – able to pivot quickly.
• Team player.
• “All-in” mindset (no “not my job” mentality).
• Agile and proactive.

What They Offer:

• Competitive salary of $80,000–$105,000 depending on experience and background.
• Bonus potential (10–25%).
• Full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k).
• Collaborative, growth-minded company culture.

If you're qualified, excited and serious, please send your confidential resume to Brittany at brittany.hamilton@gogpac.com for immediate consideration!

keywords: food, drug, mass, key account management, sales, pet food, food manufacturing

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.