Matt Holbein

About Matt Holbein

Experienced CPG sales professional with a strong history of driving growth, managing multi-million-dollar portfolios, and building strategic retailer partnerships. With a focus on sales execution, category management, and collaborative planning, I’ve successfully led top brands through distribution transitions, portfolio expansions, and sustained market share gains. Passionate about delivering data-driven results and creating long-term value for both brands and retailers.Skilled in joint business planning (JBP), trade budget management, analytics-driven decision-making, and team leadership, I excel at aligning brand strategies with retailer objectives to maximize sales and profitability. Adept at leveraging tools like 84.51, Nielsen, and Market 6, I thrive in fast-paced environments where innovation and collaboration drive success.

Experience

1. Director of Sales

   Gourmet Boutique

   Mar 2026 — Present · Cincinnati, OH, US

   Lead sales strategy and execution for Gourmet Boutique, with a focus on driving profitable growth, expanding distribution, and strengthening key retail partnerships.Responsible for developing and executing customer-specific growth plans, with an emphasis on Kroger and strategic retail accounts.Partner cross-functionally across marketing, operations, and leadership to align on priorities, optimize go-to-market strategy, and deliver sustainable business results.Focused on building scalable processes, enhancing customer engagement, and positioning the organization for long-term growth.

Education

• University of Phoenix

  Associate's degree, Marketing