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How much do cpg account manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for cpg account manager in Alberta is $63,995.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,500.00 and $75,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a CPG Account Manager?

A CPG Account Manager is responsible for managing relationships with retail partners and driving sales for consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands. They develop strategic plans, analyze market trends, and negotiate contracts to maximize product placement and revenue. This role involves collaboration with internal teams such as marketing, supply chain, and finance to ensure smooth execution of sales initiatives. Strong communication, analytical, and relationship management skills are essential for success in this position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a CPG Account Manager?

To thrive as a CPG Account Manager, you need expertise in sales, relationship management, and a deep understanding of consumer goods markets, often supported by a degree in business or marketing. Familiarity with CRM software, syndicated data platforms like Nielsen or IRI, and retail analytics tools is highly beneficial. Strong negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills help you build lasting client partnerships and address challenges proactively. These skills are essential for driving revenue growth, ensuring client satisfaction, and effectively managing complex retail accounts in a competitive market.

What are some common challenges faced by CPG Account Managers, and how are they addressed in this role?

CPG Account Managers often face challenges such as forecasting demand accurately, adapting to shifting consumer trends, and meeting the evolving needs of both clients and retailers. Balancing multiple accounts and deadlines requires strong organizational and time-management skills. Many companies support their CPG Account Managers with regular training, access to the latest data analytics tools, and close collaboration with cross-functional teams like marketing and supply chain. Open communication and proactive problem-solving are key to overcoming these challenges and maintaining strong, profitable partnerships.

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Regional Account Manager: Canada

Calgary, AB


Sazerac Company
Food and Drink Manufacturing • 5 - 10K employees

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 34 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

48th of 443 rated food and drinks producers

People enjoy working here

Good employer

Paid breaks


Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago


Job description

Build your career at Sazerac! With almost 400 years of rich history, Sazerac Company has thrived as an independent, American family-owned company with operations in the United States and around the world. Since the 2000s, Sazerac has averaged double digit growth every year! Sazerac Company produces and markets the most award-winning bourbons and whiskeys in the world, including Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton’s, Traveller, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, Svedka, Wheatley, BuzzBallz, Southern Comfort, Seagram’s V.O., Myers’s, Goldschläger, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka.

We’re proud of our award-winning culture and distilleries. Our Louisville office has been named one of the “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” four times, and our Buffalo Trace Distillery has earned the title of “world’s most award-winning distillery” through the dedication of our craftsmen for well over 200 years. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced professional, Sazerac provides extraordinary opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, entrepreneurial industry.


Why Sazerac? 

  • Innovative and Forward-Thinking: Join a company that values innovation and excellence and is driving the future of the beverage industry.
  • Rich Tradition: Join a team with a strong heritage of craftsmanship and quality, creating memorable experiences for our customers.
  • Collaborative Environment: Work in an inclusive, collaborative atmosphere where your ideas and expertise are valued.
  • Career Growth: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities and career development programs to advance your career.

This Regional Account Manager role is built for someone who knows how to grow brands through strong customer partnerships and disciplined execution. You’ll work closely with distributor, agent, and retail partners across Canada to drive distribution, visibility, and share growth for Sazerac brands across both on- and off-premise channels. This is a highly collaborative role where success comes from balancing strategic thinking with strong execution in market. If you’re commercially driven, relationship-focused, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment, this role offers strong ownership and impact.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead customer and distributor relationships to grow distribution, visibility, and share across priority brands

• Develop and execute business plans that align pricing, shelving, merchandising, and promotional strategies to growth targets

• Work closely with distributor and retail partners to improve execution and deliver against volume and share goals

• Use analytics and market insights to identify opportunities, strengthen account strategies, and improve performance

• Manage priorities across multiple channels and customers, ensuring strong follow-through and execution


Required:

• Bachelor’s degree

• 5–8 years of account management or sales experience managing big box or large retail customers, preferably within beverage alcohol or CPG

• Proven ability to influence distributor, retailer, and cross-functional partners to drive results

• Experience leveraging pricing, shelving, merchandising, and distribution strategies to grow business performance

Preferred:

• Experience with category insights, analytics, or customer-facing data storytelling

• Experience working with Canadian control liquor boards

• Strong planning, communication, and relationship management skills


Culture and Benefits: 

Sazerac offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and more. These benefits may vary depending on location and work type. Learn more about how we support our employees here. 

The annual salary range for this role is 106,600 - 159,900 CAD. Final compensation will be based on relevant experience, qualifications, geographic location, and internal pay equity considerations. 

Sazerac is committed to equality of opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status. 



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