About Us
We’re a fast-growing pet wellness company revolutionizing premium pet food and supplies, trusted by 500K+ households across North America. As we scale into mass-market channels, we are seeking a channel-savvy Sales Manager with deep relationships in US / Canada’s Food, Drugs, and Mass (FDM) retail ecosystems—particularly Walmart, Costco, Target, Fred Meyer, Walgreens, and regional grocers. Your mission : unlock exponential growth by leveraging your network, crafting tailored strategies, and driving category-leading partnerships.
Key Responsibilities :
Channel Strategy & Execution
- Own end-to-end sales for FDM channels (Walmart, Costco, etc.), developing go-to-market plans that align with retailer priorities (e.g., holiday campaigns, brand pitches, shelf optimization).
- Negotiate distribution, pricing, and promotional terms, ensuring profitability while meeting retailer KPIs.
- Partner with product teams to curate channel-specific assortments and lead new item launches
Relationships & Resource Leverage
Leverage existing C-suite / merchandising contacts at target retailers to accelerate partnershipsCultivate long-term loyalty through proactive account management : quarterly business reviews (QBRs), joint marketing initiatives (e.g., in-store demos), and crisis resolution (e.g., supply chain disruptions).Identify whitespace opportunities and pilot test new formats (e.g., co-branded vet clinics).Data-Driven Performance
Track sales trends via retailer POS data and CRM (HubSpot), adjusting strategies to outpace competitors.Forecast quarterly / annual targets, ensuring attainment through pipeline management and distributor oversight.Team Leadership & Collaboration
Partner with marketing on shopper insights and supply chain on inventory resilience.What You Bring
Channel Mastery : 7+ years in FDM sales, with proven success landing / expanding accounts like Walmart, Costco, or TargetPet Passion : Deep understanding of pet food / drug trends (e.g., functional ingredients, holistic wellness) and a track record of translating shopper insights into shelf wins.Network & Negotiation : Existing relationships with decision-makers at 2+ target retailers (e.g., Walmart’s pet category lead, Costco’s West Coast buyer).Strategic Agility : Ability to pivot quickly—e.g., shifting from Costco’s club packs to Walgreens’ grab-and-go pouches during a recession.Bonus Points
Built a pet brand’s FDM presence from $0 to $10M+ in revenue.Familiarity with retailer-specific programs (e.g., Walmart’s Spark Delivery, Costco’s Roadshow Events).HICC America Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status such as race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or age.
HICC America Corp. has adopted a drug-free workplace policy. Working under the influence of drugs or alcohol is not permitted.
Any employment offer from HICC America Corp. is contingent upon the candidate having and maintaining a valid U.S. Work Authorization status throughout employment.