• Develop and strengthen relationships with Sprouts buying team as well as distributors used (KeHE, etc). • Be proactive in identifying new opportunities for our partners including “Speed to Shelf” and promotional opportunities. • Develop and recommend strategic promotional plans for our suppliers with understanding of Sprouts digital promotional offerings. • Introduce new products from our suppliers according to their new item protocol, adhering to all requirements and deadlines. • Assist in seamless execution of new item launches and promotions. • Understand and utilize applicable analytics to drive sales and find opportunities. • Develop positive and trusting relationships with all principal clients and with all retailer and Distributor partners. • Collaborate with Green Spoon leadership team to generate ideas for growing our principals’ business and make suggestions for improvement. • Offer continuous communication and transparency to our supplier partners. • Present and receive buyer approvals for new lines/SKUs, promotional and seasonal opportunities, etc. while working to secure key retailer appointments for our principals. • Measurables: Present and receive buyer approvals for new lines/SKUs, promotional and seasonal opportunities, etc. • Track new item launches and address voids. • Secure prime placement in planograms and on store shelves. • Prepare and submit New Items Forms, Distributor and Retail Promotions on a consistent basis by deadlines. • Secure key retailer appointments for our principals. • Attend retailer meetings with principals and collaborate on all paperwork and reporting. • Manage and oversee category review calendars that pertain to our principals and your account responsibilities. • Offer continuous communication and transparency to our supplier partners.