Account Manager, Foodservice Distribution - Huhtamäki Oyj - Remote - Global

This position is responsible for creating profitable sales growth through existing and new foodservice distributors and operators within their defined market which is made up of California and Nevada. Visits clients, assesses client needs, suggests appropriate Huhtamaki products, and improves brand awareness within their markets. Ensures effective implementation of sales plans. Responds to inquiries, negotiates sales, and concludes sales orders. Interfaces with purchasing, sales, marketing, and management at operators and/or distributors to gain product categories and protect existing business. Processes pricing, deductions, and promotional activity with the distributors to ensure proper business processes are followed for profitable returns. Targets, approaches, and closes business with key operators to drive incremental sales. Works closely with management and support functions to grow and service the business profitably.