Account Manager

Who we are

Produce Alliance specializes in delivery of fresh produce to restaurants and other foodservice operators at higher quality and better prices. We provide produce category management services including procurement, national distribution, information services and food safety assurance to foodservice clients across North America. With a specialized focus on fast food (QSR), non-traditional, c-store, fast casual, GPO, and healthcare segments, they're redefining fresh produce sourcing. Produce Alliance manages partnerships with over 150 independently owned specialty distributors and collaborate with over 100 premium grower shippers.

What we offer

We are focused on performance, not presence. What matters is not that you are sitting in front of your computer from 9am to 5pm, but rather that you build highly effective and efficient software within agreed timelines. In practice, this might mean working extra hours some days to hit that while having other days that allow for more free time and recovery. Our goal is for Buyers Edge Platform to be a place where people are able to work in a way that is the most efficient and effective for them.

Requirements

• 2-3 years of sales or account management experience in the produce industry
• Experience developing business relationships with owners, decision makers and champions as a supplier, vendor, or partner
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organization skills including the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Availability to handle client needs on an as needed basis outside normal business hours
• Proficient with Salesforce, Tableau, Microsoft Office Tools (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams)
• Bachelor's degree preferred

Benefits

• Great benefits from day one. We offer medical, dental, vision, FSA, company-paid life insurance, and more—plus a 401(k) with company match
• Grow with us. Enjoy strong training, development, and competitive pay
• Work-life balance. Our flexible PTO policy lets you take time when you need it—no accrual required

About you

The ideal candidate will work from our Chicago, IL office with anticipated travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

We are unable to offer work sponsorship for this role.