Retail Sales Director
Seed Health is a microbiome science company pioneering clinically validated innovations for gut and whole-body health.Our portfolio of gut-directed products is developed in collaboration with leading scientists and backed by human clinical research. We’re best known for DS-01® Daily Synbiotic—the #1 digestive health probiotic in the U.S.—trusted by millions of people for its benefits in and beyond the gut, including skin, immune, and heart health.
We’ve since expanded our offerings to include PDS-08® for pediatric health, VS-01™ for vaginal health, and a new category of Co-Biotics for daily nutrition, energy, and sleep—each grounded in our commitment to scientific rigor, precision formulation, and impact across the body’s interconnected systems. Beyond the body, SeedLabs—our environmental research division—advances microbial solutions that restore biodiversity and support ecosystems affected by human activity.
We’ve built a profitable DTC business with category-leading retention, grown revenue 5x in the last 36 months, and expanded our reach across new channels and markets. With a robust clinical pipeline and continued expansion into new areas of microbiome health, we’re building for scale—with integrity, care, and curiosity.
Our work has been recognized by Fast Company (Most Innovative Companies, Brands That Matter, World Changing Ideas), TIME (Best Inventions), Forbes (America’s Best Startup Employers), and Inc. (Best in Business, Female Founder 100)—a reflection of the science behind our products and the stories we tell to bring them into the world.
We’re a galaxy-class team of researchers, clinicians, designers, engineers, storytellers, and builders—each aligned in our belief in the transformative potential of the microbiome. If you’re a kindred dot-connector looking to shape the future of health, join us.
Joining the Seed Retail Sales team is a unique opportunity to shape the physical footprint of a high-growth brand at a defining moment. In just 18 months since our retail debut, Seed has transitioned from a direct-to-consumer pioneer into a top-ranking brand on the national stage. Our products consistently rank as top-performing SKUs at Target, Amazon, and Sprouts, alongside a flagship presence on the iconic shelves of Erewhon.
We are now expanding our Retail Sales team to meet a surge in market demand. We are at a unique inflection point: strategically selecting our next tier of partners while building world-class launch plans from the ground up. As Director of Retail Sales, you will lead this dual mandate—driving the continued hyper-growth of our established national accounts while building the foundational launch plans required to successfully enter new, high-impact channels.
We are looking for an entrepreneurial leader who is energized by the 'build.' You are someone who can navigate the complexities of diverse retail ecosystems and translate Seed’s scientific rigor into a premium, category-defining shelf-side experience. Reporting to the VP of Retail Sales, you will serve as a key strategic partner in shaping our national retail roadmap. You will be responsible for delivering profitable growth within your accounts and will serve as the primary driver of their long-term health and execution.
What You’ll Do:
- Strategic Partnership Leadership Lead sales efforts with current partners (Target, Sprouts, Erewhon), while pioneering new launches across new channels. Adept at building strong partnerships and multi-year growth plans.
- Omni-Channel Excellence Navigate retailer’s complex retail ecosystem to optimize product placement, pricing strategies, promotional calendars, and merchandising execution across all touchpoints.
- Performance Optimization Monitor and analyze business performance against forecasts, identifying growth opportunities and implementing corrective actions to maximize ROI on trade investments
- Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with internal stakeholders including Product and Brand Marketing, Supply Chain, Demand Planning, Product Development, Finance and Channel Owners to ensure seamless execution of retail strategies and maintain optimal in-stock
- Financial Stewardship Develop accurate sales forecasts, manage account-level P&L statements, and ensure trade spending remains within budgetary constraints.
- Relationship Management Build deep, strategic relationships with retailer’s buying teams, merchandising specialists, category managers, and digital commerce leaders as well as key brokers, display development and execution compliance partners to secure optimal shelf positioning and promotional support
- Market Intelligence Conduct comprehensive competitive analysis, monitor category trends, and translate market insights into actionable strategies that position Seed as the premium probiotics authority within the broader wellness ecosystem
Who You Are:
- Retail Master: You have 7+ years of CPG sales and account management experience.
- Target Specialist with Other Channel Experience: You possess at least 3 years of direct experience leading the Target business, with additional channel experience in Drug, Natural, and/or Specialty Beauty.
- Commercial Strategist: You have a proven history of architecting multi-channel expansions and negotiating terms that protect long-term margins.
- Consumer Goods Expertise Extensive experience in high growth brands within health, wellness, or premium CPG categories
- Analytical Excellence You have advanced proficiency in retail analytics (SPINS), demand planning, and financial modeling to translate complex data into strategic insights.
- Retail Negotiation Experience Deep understanding of and experience in strategies and levers for maximizing partnership value, especially when negotiating new partnerships.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration Demonstrated success working with merchandising, marketing, supply chain, and finance teams to deliver integrated business solutions
- Communication Excellence Superior presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building capabilities with demonstrated ability to influence at all organizational levels
- Educational Foundation Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field; MBA preferred
- Technical Proficiency Expert-level skills in Microsoft Office Suite supporting ad hoc reporting, SPINS analytics, and retail analytics platforms
- Mission Alignment Passionate about microbiome science and its potential for positive impact on human and planetary health, with genuine enthusiasm for educating consumers about the precision and efficacy that defines Seed's approach
Compensation:The annual pay range for this full-time position is $170-210K + equity + benefits across all US locations (this position is 100% remote-US). Our pay ranges are guided by discipline, level and experience required. Within the range, individual pay may vary based on additional factors, including: your specific location, desired skills/ technical competency, relevant experience and advanced education/ training.
Benefits + Perks:
Health & Wellness: Choose from multiple medical, dental, and vision plans, with generous employer contributions and coverage options to meet your needs. Enjoy access to top-tier virtual care and a complimentary Aaptiv membership for fitness and mental wellness. We also provide an HSA with employer contributions, along with Fullscript discounts for supplements.
Mental Health Support: All employees and eligible dependents receive 12 free therapy sessions per year, plus coaching, meditation, and 24/7 access to Spring Health’s digital tools and care navigation.
Long Term Wealth Planning: Invest in your future with our 401(k) plan through Betterment, featuring a 100% match on the first 3% and 50% on the next 2% of contributions—fully vested from day one.
Supporting Families: Our Parental Leave Policy includes 18 weeks of fully paid leave, with the flexibility to phase your return. We also offer four weeks of paid transition time at 80% capacity or four days per week.
Time to Recharge: Seed offers 15 vacation days, 7 sick/safe days, 2 personal days, 10 Recharge Days (Summer + Winter), and 15 paid company holidays each year.
Work Flexibly: Thrive in a remote-first culture that prioritizes autonomy and clarity. You’ll also receive a $750 one-time remote work setup stipend and ongoing access to a $450 quarterly wellness and workplace stipends via JOON.
And More: Access pet insurance, life and disability coverage, learning & development, and a vibrant culture rooted in science and impact.
Seed is an equal opportunity employer. For us, diversity isn’t an HR metric—it is the result of billions of years of evolution; it’s our nature. To serve our community inclusively means to cultivate a relative abundance of perspectives, backgrounds, geographies, and experiences. Like in biology, each role and its function is key to the productivity, sustainability, and resilience of our ecosystem.
Seed Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers or any employee of the Seed team. All candidates must be submitted via our Applicant Tracking System by approved Seed Health vendors who have been requested to make a submission by our Talent Acquisition team for a specific job opening.
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