Manager Customer Development - Kroger & Harris Teeter
Tyson Foods
Job Details:
Summary
The selected candidate must be located in Cincinnati, OH and be local to Kroger.
This position is responsible for selling Frozen Prepared Poultry and Frozen Raw Poultry products to Kroger and Harris Teeter, with a focus on growing market share and maintaining strong relationships within these established accounts. The role partners closely with key stakeholders across the frozen grocery network to deliver volume and profitability goals while upholding Tyson’s high standards for product quality and customer service.
This position is highly focused on analytics and execution, including forecasting and demand planning, evaluating promotional performance, and translating data into actionable strategies. The role also manages day-to-day customer interactions and contributes to overall account performance.
Key Responsibilities
Support product pricing and promotional programs aligned with customer strategy, market conditions, and profitability targets
Lead forecasting and demand planning efforts
Track performance against key metrics and business goals
Provide data-driven recommendations to improve business results
Support broker management by partnering with Empire and Acosta to ensure strong retail execution, clear communication of priorities, and alignment on performance expectations
Collaborate with internal teams including Marketing, Insights, Revenue Management, Supply Chain, and Retail Execution to achieve AOP sales and profitability goals
Requirements
Education
Bachelor’s degree required; broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field normally acquired through four years of college.
Experience
5+ years of professional experience required.
Experience working with Kroger required
1–3 years of sales or customer-facing experience preferred.
Computer Skills
- Basic computer skills required.
Communication Skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
Special Skills
Strong analytical skillset required, including forecasting, data analysis, and performance tracking
Project management and strategic planning experience preferred
Travel
Approximately 6-8 trips per year
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
NoWork Shift:
1ST SHIFT (United States of America)Pay Range/Rate:
$114,000.00 - $192,000.00Incentives:
Annual Incentive Plan:
Long-Term Incentive Plan:
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