**Job Description:** **Key Account Sales Manager** **Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World** Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers. **This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career.** **The Impact You’ll Make in this Role** The Target Sales Manager is responsible for driving growth and achieving the Growth Operating Plan (OP). This role requires a strategic thinker who can develop and execute sales growth plans, strengthen relationships with key business partners, and engage cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives As a Key Account Manager, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by: + Lead the development and execution of strategic growth plans for the 3M Packaging & Expressions portfolio, focusing on expanding sales into Target and collaborating with various buying teams to maximize opportunities. Craft and advocate for comprehensive business plans that align with area go-to-market strategies and the unique needs of the portfolio at Target. + Identify and leverage opportunities to enhance productivity, seasonal performance, and space expansion, while leading strategic discussions for online and seasonal growth plans. + Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business analysts, shopper marketing, eCommerce specialists, customer service and demand planners to analyze performance, prioritize initiatives, and optimize promotional investments. + Monitor market trends and competitive dynamics to position Target for increased market share, while fostering strong relationships with Target's buying teams and other key stakeholders. + Oversee financial management, including the Marketing Development Fund (MDF) plan, rebate plans, and addressing financial discrepancies to ensure efficiency and effectiveness. **Your Skills and Expertise** To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications: + Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business, Marketing, and/or Sales field (completed and verified prior to start) + Three (3) years of experience in Key Account Sales for Regional and National Chain Accounts in a private, public, government, or military environment. + Seven (7) years’ experience in sales/marketing/analytics. Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include: + Utilizes effective selling skills and further develops those skills. Requires strong relationship and interpersonal skills, and the ability to influence and communicate effectively. + Must have strong presentation, story-telling and analytical skills. + Solid knowledge of retail channels, retailer unique positioning and in market needs. + MBA preferred + Demonstrated experience of effective negotiation skills and strategic planning + Advanced analytics/ category management/category development experience. + Diven and self-motivated + High energy, enthusiasm and creativity **Work location:** + **Minneapolis, MN** **Travel: May include up to 10% domestic/international** **Relocation Assistance: May be authorized** **Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).** **Supporting Your Well-being** 3M offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope. **Chat with Max** For assistance with searching through our current job openings or for more information about all things 3M, visit Max, our virtual recruiting assistant on 3M.com/careers. Applicable to US Applicants Only:The expected compensation range for this position is $188,251 - $230,084, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: https://www.3m.com/3M/en\_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/. Good Faith Posting Date Range 07/17/2025 To 08/16/2025 Or until filled All US-based 3M full time employees will need to sign an employee agreement as a condition of employment with 3M. This agreement lays out key terms on using 3M Confidential Information and Trade Secrets. It also has provisions discussing conflicts of interest and how inventions are assigned. Employees that are Job Grade 7 or equivalent and above may also have obligations to not compete against 3M or solicit its employees or customers, both during their employment, and for a period after they leave 3M. 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