As an Account Executive at Experimental Sweets, you’ll be responsible for building and nurturing relationships with community event organizers, food entrepreneurs, influencers, content creators, farms, homesteads, and established food businesses aiming to expand. You’ll drive sales, develop tailored strategies, and serve as the primary contact for clients, ensuring satisfaction and promoting growth. Working closely with marketing and production, you’ll play a vital role in translating client needs into innovative offerings, helping Experimental Sweets make a lasting impact in the food industry.
Job Overview
As an Account Executive at Experimental Sweets and The Cotton Candy Lab, you will play a crucial role in driving sales and building key relationships within our target market. You will focus on engaging with community event organizers, aspiring and experienced food entrepreneurs, food influencers, content creators, farms, homesteads, and current food businesses looking to expand into festivals or prepackaged products. Your efforts will directly contribute to expanding our client base and supporting our mission of helping unique food ideas thrive.
Responsibilities:
- Identify and engage with potential clients within the target market
- Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders
- Drive sales through effective communication and negotiation strategies
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure client needs are met
- Stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities
- Meet and exceed sales targets and KPIs
Requirements:
- Proven experience in sales or account management
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with clients
- Understanding of the food industry and its key players
- Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets
- Self-motivated and results-driven
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field preferred
Please Note: As a company, we adhere to the regulations set forth by Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and do not inquire about criminal backgrounds during the hiring process.
If you are passionate about driving sales, building relationships, and supporting unique food ideas, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our dynamic team at The Cotton Candy Lab!