National Account Manager, Non-Commercial

Aspire Bakeries
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off
United States, D.C., Washington
Jan 13, 2026
Hungry for a career that's as rewarding as it is delicious? At Aspire Bakeries, we don't just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery artisan breads to Otis Spunkmeyer cookies, our products are enjoyed by millions of people every day. And behind every bite are talented manufacturing and support teams who take pride in their work and our food. We're looking for hard-working people who will bring integrity, creativity, and a passion for excellence to everything they do - whether that's on the bakery floor, in the office, or supporting customers. In return, we offer a workplace culture built on care, ownership, and growth - where your contributions matter and your career can rise as high as our bread loaves! With 13 commercial bakeries across North America and a reputation as an industry leader, Aspire Bakeries is rising together with our people and our customers to be the best all-around bakery solution. If you're ready to grow with us, we'd love to hear from you. Why You'll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries Culture - Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, and a shared passion for excellence. We support team members, empower growth, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. Health & Wellness - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary options to fit your needs. Work-Life Balance - Paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and holidays so you can recharge and spend time on what matters most. Financial Security - Competitive retirement plans, plus short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind. Growth & Development - Opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and develop expertise through Aspire Bakeries' learning and development programs. Flexibility & Support - HSA and FSA plans to help you manage everyday expenses. Recognition & Rewards - Performance incentive plans that celebrate achievements across sales, bakery performance, and individual contributions. About the Role We are seeking a Manager, Customer Development (NonCommercial) to join our team. As a Manager, Customer Development, you will drive growth across targeted NonCommercial national accounts by managing existing business, securing new opportunities, and leading crossfunctional collaboration to deliver outstanding customer results. This role plays a vital part in strengthening Aspire Bakeries' commercial footprint and achieving revenue and margin goals. This role requires you to be based near a major Eastern U.S. airport, with travel four days per week as needed for customer engagement. Compensation Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000 Core Accountabilities (What You'll Be Doing) Lead strategic account management to achieve and exceed sales, profit, and growth targets Manage existing business through P&L negotiations, contracts, RFPs, and supply chain oversight Prospect and secure new customer opportunities and guide product development and commercialization Develop annual business plans including menu strategies, promotional initiatives, and category opportunities Oversee product forecasting accuracy and new item rollouts Partner with crossfunctional teams to drive highimpact commercial initiatives Represent Aspire Bakeries at customer meetings, tradeshows, and industry conferences Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table) Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, communication, culinary, or related field-or equivalent experience 6-10 years of NonCommercial national account management experience with proven success Strong customer relationship skills and the ability to grow assigned accounts Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel Based near a major Eastern U.S. airport (no relocation available) Excellent communication and collaboration skills Ability to travel 25%-50% Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success) Success generating new business while growing existing customer portfolios Experience increasing product placement through targeted initiatives Broker management experience Background in bakery, food manufacturing, or culinary environments Ability to thrive in a fastpaced, evolving, and unstructured environment Aspire Bakeries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.