Senior Sales Operations Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Simple Mills is a rapidly-growing company on the forefront of the clean food movement, transforming center store grocery aisles with products made from nutritious, purposeful ingredients. Simple Mills is a female-founded business, started by Katlin Smith in 2012 out of her own Kitchen. In the company’s short history, Simple Mills has disrupted the market to become the #1 bestselling natural baking mix, the #1 bestselling natural cracker, and the #1 bestselling natural cookie .

The company’s mission is to advance the holistic health of the planet and its people by positively impacting the way food is made. Simple Mills is distributed in 25,000+ stores nationally including Whole Foods, Target, Walmart, Kroger, Costco and more, and available online at retailers like Amazon and Thrive Market. The brand’s newest products include : Organic Seed Flour Crackers, Seed & Nut Flour Sweet Thins, and Soft-Baked Almond Flour Bars. Simple Mills has earned broad recognition from top tier media and industry associations- including a segment on our Founder & CEO Katlin Smith on NPR’s How I Built This. Our products have been featured in a wide array of top publications including Vogue, Women's Health, Forbes, Business Insider, mindbodygreen, NOSH and many more. Simple Mills was also a 2020 Health Magazine Snack Award Winner!

Role Description

The Senior Sales Operations Analyst is responsible for driving distributor performance, enhancing sales execution, and managing strategies across national and regional distributor networks (e.g., UNFI, KeHE). This role blends relationship management, cross-functional collaboration, data analysis, and operational coordination to ensure sustainable growth through the distributor channel.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, collaborative, and experienced in CPG sales operations and distributor management.

Key Responsibilities

Distributor Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for distributor partners (UNFI, KeHE, etc.).
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key distributor stakeholders (Sales, Demand Planning, Customer Logistics, Commercial Finance).
• Conduct regular calls with replenishment buyers and distributor account managers.
• Communicate product strategy, events, and new launches to distributor teams.

Inventory & Performance Management

Sales Operations & Program Management

Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

Preferred Skills

Benefits

Working at Simple Mills

At Simple Mills, we’re not just building a brand, we’re leading a movement that’s transforming how food is made and enjoyed. If you’re passionate about purpose-driven work and crave a role where you can have a meaningful impact, this is your chance to be part of something bigger.

Why Join Us?

Play a key role in redefining the food industry, crafting products that nourish people and contribute to a healthier planet.

Work alongside a dynamic team of innovators and food lovers who are committed to positive change and bold ideas.

We foster an environment where every voice is heard, valued, and empowered. Inclusion and belonging are at the heart of our culture, ensuring that everyone can thrive.

We don’t just talk about doing good, we live it. Our team is committed to ethical practices, responsible sourcing, and making decisions that drive real, positive change.

Our supportive leadership team is dedicated to mentorship, collaboration, and your long-term success.

Whether through hands-on training, innovative learning platforms, or career growth opportunities, we invest in your professional development.

At Simple Mills, you’ll have the chance to make an impact while working in a collaborative and inspiring environment. If you’re ready to shape the future of food, let’s talk.

Benefits at Simple Mills

We recognize that our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer a highly competitive total rewards package designed to support your financial well-being, health, and overall quality of life.

We’re committed to taking care of our people, so you can focus on making an impact.

Work Model at Simple Mills

Our work model is role-dependent and team focused. With remote, hybrid, or in-office positions, each role is classified by what best supports the needs of the team.

At Simple Mills, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and inclusion. Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, past or present military service, physical or mental disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of business need, job requirements, and individual qualifications. #LI-DNI

Simple Mills is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Simple Mills will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and / or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact careers@simplemills.com.