Benjamin Nanney
About Benjamin Nanney
Benjamin Nanney is a Key Account Manager at General Mills, specializing in managing key accounts for Ahold in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He has extensive experience in sales, trade planning, and category management, having worked for companies like Nestlé, Reynolds American, and Coca-Cola Enterprises.
Current Positions at General Mills
Benjamin Nanney is currently employed at General Mills, based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He holds two significant roles within the company: Key Account Manager for Ahold and Trade Planning Lead. As the Key Account Manager, he is responsible for managing key accounts for Ahold, a major client of General Mills. In his role as Trade Planning Lead, he focuses on developing and implementing strategic trade initiatives to drive business growth.
Professional Experience at General Mills
Benjamin Nanney has held multiple positions at General Mills over the years. He served as a Category Manager from 2016 to 2017, where he was responsible for category analysis and strategy development. His tenure at General Mills has allowed him to gain in-depth experience in various aspects of account and trade management, positioning him as a valuable asset to the company.
Career History at Nestlé and Nestlé Purina North America
Before joining General Mills, Benjamin Nanney worked at Nestlé and Nestlé Purina North America. From 2015 to 2016, he served as an Assortment and Planogram Analyst at Nestlé in Vevey, Vaud, Switzerland. Prior to that, he was a Purina Veterinary Sales Consultant at Nestlé Purina North America from 2013 to 2015, where he specialized in veterinary sales.
Early Career in Sales and Account Management
Benjamin Nanney's early career includes various roles in sales and account management. He worked as a Territory Manager at Reynolds American, Inc. from 2011 to 2013 in the United States. Additionally, he held positions at several companies, including Sla English Schools as an English Teacher, Dr. Pepper Bottling Co. as a Swing Account Manager, and multiple roles at Coca-Cola Enterprises. These roles provided him with a broad range of experience in sales, merchandising, and customer relations.
Educational Background
Benjamin Nanney studied Business Management at Rochester University, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree from 2005 to 2006. He also attended Cedarville University from 2003 to 2005. His educational background has equipped him with the foundational knowledge necessary to excel in various business and management roles throughout his career.