Account Manager/ Business Development
- Artisan Kitchens LLC
- Artisan Kitchens - Minnesota Remote
- 1w ago
- Full-Time
- Remote
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Foodservice Business Development:
· Identify, target, and close new foodservice opportunities, including operators, regional chains, contract feeders, and distributor-led accounts
· Build and manage relationships with foodservice distributors and key operator customers
· Navigate distributor authorization, item setup, and onboarding processes
· Develop customer presentations, pricing models, and menu-focused proposals
· Attend customer meetings, distributor reviews, and industry events as needed
Account Management & Growth:
· Manage a portfolio of existing foodservice accounts and distributor relationships
· Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, ensuring strong communication and execution
· Drive account growth through menu placements, new item introductions, and expanded distribution
· Coordinate forecasts, demand planning, promotions, and limited-time offers
· Resolve customer issues related to service, supply, quality, or pricing
Cross-Functional Execution:
· Work closely with operations and supply chain to align production, inventory, and service levels
· Collaborate with marketing and R&D on sell sheets, menu concepts, new product development, and sales tools
· Communicate customer feedback, market insights, and product needs internally
· Manage and lead foodservice broker partners across assigned regions
· Conduct regular broker calls, pipeline reviews, and performance check-ins
Market & Category Insight:
· Monitor foodservice trends, menu innovation, and competitive activity
· Provide input into product development, pack sizes, and foodservice-specific formats
· Support pricing strategy with an understanding of distributor margins, broker commissions, and operator economics
Qualifications:
· 3–7+ years of experience in foodservice sales, business development, or account management
· Direct experience working with foodservice operators and distributor networks
· Strong understanding of foodservice sales cycles and operator decision-making
· Highly organized, self-directed, and comfortable wearing multiple hats
· Proficient in Excel, CRM tools, and customer presentations
Preferred Experience:
· Experience in fresh, refrigerated, or frozen food categories
· Background selling to regional or national foodservice operators
· Familiarity with menu costing, yield, and back-of-house considerations
· Experience in a small or entrepreneurial food company
· Experience with quick-serve breakfast formats (ie: Coffee Chains, C-Stores)