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# Account Manager at Buyers Edge Platform, LLC

- **Company:** Buyers Edge Platform, LLC
- **Location:** Chicago, IL
- **Work type:** remote
- **Posted:** 2026-08-24
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/buyersedgeplatformrecruiting/jobs/4727193005

## Job description

The Account Manager works in close partnership with the Account Executive and the Corporate Client team, supporting the Custom Distribution Team’s strategic and operational goals. This role serves as a foundational step in developing the skills and experience required for full account ownership. The Account Manager is responsible for supporting the daily, weekly, and quarterly management of client accounts while learning the full scope of account operations. Through collaboration with senior account management, this role offers hands-on experience in client engagement, problem-solving, and cross-functional coordination. This position is designed for growth and will prepare the Account Manager to take on increasing levels of responsibility, with a clear pathway toward leading accounts independently.

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. This will enable us all to enjoy the solutions we build and the team we are on.

The ideal candidate will work from our Chicago, IL office with anticipated travel up to 25% but we are open to remote for exceptional candidates. We are unable to offer work sponsorship for this role.

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. As a Buyers Edge Platform brand, we are committed to providing fresh category management services to our clients with unprecedented service, superior access to high-quality fresh produce, commodity expertise and strategic supply chain solutions.

Your impact:

Client Portfolio Management

- Independently manage a portfolio of Custom Distribution clients across the QSR and Fast Casual segments.
- Serve as the central point of contact for all corporate client inquiries at the end-user level.
- Act as the primary day-to-day owner of assigned accounts.

Strategic Account Execution

- Develop and execute strategic account plans to meet sales targets, support growth, and drive operational efficiency.
- Deliver insights and communication that align supply chain execution with client objectives.
- Provide strategic feedback to category leads and the supply chain team based on ongoing account interaction and market observations.

Client Communication & Support

- Conduct regular (typically weekly) client and distributor calls to:
- Resolve issues and manage action items
- Communicate pricing updates and resolve discrepancies
- Provide distribution and logistics support
- Escalate and inform on market conditions and trends

Implementation & Renewal Management

- Oversee key account implementation and renewal tasks, including:
- New account, market, and item rollouts
- Limited Time Offer (LTO) launches
- Establishing and managing rollout timelines with internal and external stakeholders

Category & Market Insight

- Continuously research and apply industry-specific trends and insights to enhance category strategy and expand service offerings.

Collaboration & Forecasting

- Collaborate with the Account Executive and Director of Client Relations to forecast sales volumes and plan account growth.
- Deliver quarterly account update reports to the broader Custom Distribution team, including the Supply Chain Manager and Director of Client Relations.

Cross-Functional Engagement

- Maintain close, daily communication with internal partners including:
- Business Development
- Supply Chain Management
- Senior Supply Chain Analysts
- Pricing & Food Safety Teams

Client Experience & Review

- Support facilitation of client business reviews, site visits, product testing, and attendance at client conferences.

Cross-Training & Development

- Become cross-trained in core Custom Distribution supply chain functions to better support account needs and ensure continuity.

About you:

- 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

Not sure you meet every qualification? Studies show that diverse applicants often hesitate to apply unless they check every box. At Buyers Edge Platform, we value authenticity and inclusion—if you're excited about the role, we encourage you to apply. You might be exactly who we’re looking for!

What's in this for you:

- 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.

We welcome all.

We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

## About Buyers Edge Platform, LLC

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Buyers Edge Platform operates a digital procurement network that uses data, software, and supply chain expertise to help foodservice operators, distributors, and manufacturers reduce costs and improve efficiency.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Growth Stage; raised $1.145B total)
- **Headquarters**: Waltham, Massachusetts, United States
- **Founded**: 1998
- **Founders**: John Davie (CEO)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Foodservice technology, supply chain management, data analytics, group purchasing
- **Target customers**: B2B – Independent restaurants (56k+), foodservice operators (200k+ active locations), distributors, and manufacturers
- **Mission or purpose statement**: To drive better economic outcomes for foodservice stakeholders by unifying the supply chain through data and technology.

## Products & Services
- **Digital Procurement Network**: A platform that connects operators, distributors, and manufacturers to unlock data, reduce costs, and power smarter supply chain decisions.
- **Software Suite**: Purpose-built tools for foodservice operators to track spend, manage inventory, verify pricing, control food costs, and optimize profitability.
- **GPO (Group Purchasing Organization) Contracts**: 350+ manufacturer contracts allowing operators to reduce costs on food, disposables, uniforms, pest control, and more without changing products or processes.
- **Supply Chain Intelligence**: Data and AI engines that process billions of dollars of purchasing data to provide actionable insights and targeted opportunities for manufacturers and distributors.
- **Field-to-Fork Solutions**: Programs to stabilize prices, ensure food safety, and gain full transparency into produce, meat, dairy, and seafood supply chains.
- **Four Divisions**: The company operates four divisions that each handle different aspects of procurement, savings, and supply chain visibility.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (private company)
- **Key Metric**: Total Funding – $1.145B raised; $100B+ in network transactions; 200k+ operator locations; 1,100+ employees
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not fully listed in search results, but the company has raised significant capital (latest round: $130M Line of Credit ~2 years ago) and has 350+ manufacturer contracts.
- **Growth Signals**: Exponential growth since 2013; 1,100+ employees across 17 unique companies; 171 million purchases analyzed daily; carbon neutral as of 2020 with a pledge for Net Zero emissions by 2040.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Largest purchasing data set in foodservice**: The company processes billions of dollars of purchasing data, giving it unmatched visibility into foodservice supply chains.
- **Integrated ecosystem**: Combines GPO contracts, software, data analytics, and supply chain expertise into one platform, creating a moat that is difficult for point-solution competitors to replicate.
- **Scale and network effects**: With 200k+ operator locations and 350+ manufacturer contracts, the network grows more valuable as more participants join.
- **20+ years of industry expertise**: Founded in 1998, the company has deep, long-standing relationships across the foodservice industry.

## Strategic Focus
- **Technology and AI**: The company is leaning heavily into technology and AI engines to automate procurement, analyze purchasing data, and deliver actionable insights.
- **Carbon neutrality and sustainability**: Pledged Net Zero emissions by 2040, with science-based targets validated by the Science Based Targets Initiative.
- **Expansion and integration**: Growing through acquisitions (17 unique companies under the platform) and building out its "hub city" model (started in Boston).
- **Continued growth**: In an "exciting period of exponential growth since 2013," the company is focused on adding value to the restaurant industry and expanding its network.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Emphasis on work-life balance, starting from the leadership team. The company values diversity, inclusion, and unique perspectives. Described as having an "amazing office culture" with social, collaborative, and energizing spaces.
- **Remote/Hybrid/Office**: Flexible – some roles are listed as "remotely based" (e.g., DevOps Engineer), while the company also has office locations (Waltham, MA) with collaborative spaces.
- **Benefits**: Comprehensive health coverage, generous retirement match, flexible PTO, and internal opportunities for growth.
- **Engineering culture**: Technology is "the soul of this company," with teams of developers, data scientists, and analysts working on AI and data-driven products. Employees work on projects across the enterprise, offering variety and collaboration.
- **Growth opportunities**: The company is rapidly expanding (1,100+ employees) and offers endless opportunities for personal and professional growth.

## Sources
1. [Buyers Edge Platform – Official Website](https://buyersedgeplatform.com/)
2. [Buyers Edge Platform – About / Who We Are](https://buyersedgeplatform.com/about/who-we-are/)
3. [Buyers Edge Platform – Careers](https://buyersedgeplatform.com/about/careers/)
4. [Buyers Edge Platform – Job Board](https://buyersedgeplatform.com/about/careers/job-board/)
5. [CB Insights – Buyers Edge Platform Profile](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/buyers-edge-platform)

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