Strategic Account Manager – QSR, Casual Dining

Shoes For Crews

. Maintain and grow the existing customer base while prospecting for new business opportunities within assigned accounts .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in B2B Sales and Account Management, with a strong focus on relationship building, negotiation, and strategic marketing to drive revenue growth. Proficient in managing customer portfolios and implementing effective sales strategies within the restaurant vertical.

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B2B Sales ExperienceAccount ManagementRelationship BuildingNegotiation SkillsMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Sales ForecastingContract ManagementRFP RenewalsMarketing Strategy DevelopmentProblem-Solving Skills

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsGoal-OrientedPlanning Skills

Tools & Technologies

CRM SoftwareMicrosoft Office

Industry Keywords

Enterprise AccountQSRCasual DiningMulti-Unit Restaurant OperationsFood Service Purchasing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain and grow the existing customer base while prospecting for new business opportunities within assigned accounts
Grow the portfolio year over year by increasing program participation, upselling and cross-selling
Understand the slip and fall experience within each account to sell solutions that achieve profitable volume and revenue growth
Develop and implement marketing strategies to ensure customer satisfaction, grow existing business, improve low-performing accounts, reactivate inactive accounts and add incremental revenue
Develop relationships with departments interacting with the SFC program, from C-suite to end users
Develop and expand relationships within key accounts
Implement account planning and manage a customer portfolio to achieve revenue and penetration objectives
Manage contract and RFP renewals
Forecast sales
Attend strategic customer meetings, quarterly business reviews, trade shows and annual industry conferences as needed
Attend client events, networking functions, golf tournaments, industry events and client-sponsored activities to build relationships, promote the company's brand and identify business opportunities
Represent Shoes for Crews at industry events and client-sponsored activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current valid driver's license with a safe driving record
Ability to work a full-time schedule
Up to 50% travel on a monthly basis
5+ years in B2B sales
Enterprise account and QSR/Casual Dining restaurant vertical experience preferred
Business acumen and understanding of multi-unit restaurant operations, franchise structures, and food service purchasing and procurement processes preferred
Proven ability to build and maintain relationships and generate growth opportunities virtually, on the phone and in person
Successful negotiation, presentation, and problem-solving skills
Accurate and professional written and verbal communication
Strong attention to detail, organizational and planning skills
Driven to meet goals, generate results and overcome objectives
Proficient in Microsoft Office software and ability to use company CRM
High school diploma required
Bachelor's degree or some college preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal employment opportunities and commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce