Account Manager
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Midwest Foods
Chicago, IL, US
Summary
The Account Manager will drive client retention and business growth by developing strategic account plans and nurturing strong relationships with key clients. They will act as a liaison between clients and internal teams to ensure satisfaction, resolve concerns, and identify new service opportunities.
Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: Midwest Foods Chicago - Chicago, IL, Salary Range: $60000.00 - $70000.00Salary/year, Ready to turn your passion for food into a career with purpose? Join the dynamic team at Midwest Foods—a women-owned produce powerhouse based in Chicago and Kenosha, proudly serving the restaurant, hospitality, retail, and wholesale industries across Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin.
We’re not just about delivering top-quality produce—we’re about building a better food system. Partnering with top growers and local farmers, we bring farm-to-plate stories to life while prioritizing sustainability and client satisfaction every step of the way. If you're fascinated by where food comes from, love tackling challenges, and thrive in a fast-paced, team-driven environment, this is your chance to make a real impact.
We're on the lookout for passionate individuals with hospitality or service industry experience to join our team. If you're a natural relationship builder, the thrill of a win, a problem solver, and growth-minded go-getter, this role was made for you.
Why Midwest Foods?
✨ A mission-driven company
🚀 Limitless opportunities for growth
🌱 A chance to shape the future of food
Sound like your kind of challenge? Let’s grow together!
Responsibilities:
Cultivate new business opportunities.
Increase customer penetration through a diverse group of clients by utilizing the company’s portfolio of products and services.
Achieve competitive and financially sound business.
Collaborate, develop, and implement a strategic growth plan and professional goals.
Drive a proactive approach to client engagement via solution-oriented practices.
Devote energy to building collaborative relationships with Midwest Foods’s key stakeholders.
Learn and comprehend Midwest Foods’s suite of product & services.
Plan and oversee new marketing initiatives.
Manage the full sales cycle.
Oversee client set up and act as customer advocate for ongoing customer needs.
Additional responsibilities as needed, pertaining to the job.
Qualifications: Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree or 3-5 years of related professional experience in food/hospitality, service and/or sales.
Ability to develop and deliver presentations to attract profitable sales.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Experience in planning and implementing sales strategy.
Proven experience in customer relationship management.
Excellent time management and prioritization skills.
Proficient Microsoft Office packages.
Experience with CRM or any other cloud-based programs recommended.
Tech savvy and is up to date with current marketing strategies utilizing social media outlets and trends.
Benefits:
Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, VL, Accident, Critical Illness Insurance
401-k with employer match
Vacation and PTO/sick days
Mileage
Cell phone, laptop, and other duty related equipment
Compensation: $60,000-$70,000 DOE, plus bonus + commission
Midwest Foods is more than a food distributor—we’re a passionate, purpose-driven partner to chefs, institutions, and culinary professionals across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana. Proudly women-owned, locally rooted, and WBENC-certified, we bring over 30 years of trusted service to the table with a deep commitment to community, sustainability, and equity in the food system.
We specialize in delivering fresh, consistent, and customized solutions tailored to the ever-changing needs of the foodservice industry. From labor-saving, chef-crafted ingredients to seasonal, locally grown produce, our offerings are designed to save time without compromising quality or creativity.
Our mission goes beyond distribution: we actively support BIPOC-, woman-, and veteran-owned businesses, and work closely with local farmers to strengthen the regional food system—while also sourcing responsibly beyond the Midwest to ensure year-round availability.
With over 150,000 square feet of facility space across Chicago and Kenosha—including SQF-certified processing rooms and a full prep kitchen—we’re built for both scale and precision. Whether you're looking for a reliable partner or a meaningful career in food, Midwest Foods is growing with purpose.
Founded
1998
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Food and Beverage Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Midwest Foods is more than a food distributor—we’re a passionate, purpose-driven partner to chefs, institutions, and culinary professionals across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana. Proudly women-owned, locally rooted, and WBENC-certified, we bring over 30 years of trusted service to the table with a deep commitment to community, sustainability, and equity in the food system.
We specialize in delivering fresh, consistent, and customized solutions tailored to the ever-changing needs of the foodservice industry. From labor-saving, chef-crafted ingredients to seasonal, locally grown produce, our offerings are designed to save time without compromising quality or creativity.
Our mission goes beyond distribution: we actively support BIPOC-, woman-, and veteran-owned businesses, and work closely with local farmers to strengthen the regional food system—while also sourcing responsibly beyond the Midwest to ensure year-round availability.
With over 150,000 square feet of facility space across Chicago and Kenosha—including SQF-certified processing rooms and a full prep kitchen—we’re built for both scale and precision. Whether you're looking for a reliable partner or a meaningful career in food, Midwest Foods is growing with purpose.
Founded
1998
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Food and Beverage Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
