Walter B. Ostromecki Email & Phone Number

Pottstown, Pennsylvania, United States

Schwan’s Company is a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle company CJ CheilJedang Corporation and a leading U.S. manufacturer and marketer of quality foods offered through retail-grocery and food-service channels. I serve as National Sales Manager for the Aluminum Packaging Division, which supplies high-profile companies with stamped metal and thermoformed plastics for their food products.I’ve played a pivotal role in reshaping the company's sales and customer relationship landscape, developing and implementing sales strategies that led to consistent revenue growth. One of the key highlights of my impact was in key account management. I successfully nurtured and expanded relationships with major clients, maintaining long-term partnerships that were mutually beneficial. By prioritizing customer satisfaction and retention, I instilled a customer-centric approach that not only retained clients but also transformed them into loyal advocates. I deeply understood the nuances of our product offerings, which enabled me to provide tailored solutions to clients, enhancing their experience and fostering brand loyalty. My proficiency in sales forecasting and budgeting provided stability and predictability in our financial outcomes.Leveraging economies of scale, I provided our clients with a cost-effective edge in the market. I consistently acted on customer feedback to drive continuous improvements in our products and services, leading to increased customer satisfaction.

Springboro, Oh

Continental Consolidation Group (CCG) is a sister division of FMG, operated out of our Springboro, Ohio facility. CCG provides customized consolidation and redistribution services specifically designed to increase the efficiency and profitability of our clients’ products as they move through the supply chain.I took on this role additional to complement my current position within FMG; our goal was to expand the service programs we offer our customers. This new division evolved from listening to our customers and identifying a segment of the market whose needs were currently not being filled within our industry. This expansion of options has been welcomed by our customers.CCG specializes in both retail and wholesale grocery distribution of private label and branded products; we have a proven record of improving service levels and reducing logistical costs for both our supplier partners and customers.

Gilbertsville, Pa

The Procurement Solutions Group (PSG) was established in 2012, as a response to numerous customer inquiries challenging FMG to search for, and include in our daily national brand offerings, unique products that would offer an exceptional value to the consumer.I was instrumental in creating the business plan for this new division, and am currently responsible for the introduction, operations, and growth within this division of our company.The primary purpose of PSG is to complement and enhance the value of FMG's overall service package. We strive to provide our valued customers with a diverse selection of unique promotional procurement options, including value brands, packer and control labels, close outs, and special packs; all while maintaining the outstanding customer support services for our industry leading FMG Marketplace program.

Stamford, Ct

Food Marketing Group (FMG) was established in 1986 on the philosophy that a retailer's or wholesaler’s product procurement should be based on a thorough knowledge of global market opportunities. Food Marketing Group’s vision is to become the strategic service partner to each of our customers by helping them improve their overall position in the market place, lower their cost of goods and services, and increase their profits throughout the entire supply chain process.Throughout my career with FMG, I have held many roles, including a Field Account Manager within Edwards Supermarkets, Windsor Locks, Ct., and Fleming Foods, Oaks, Pa. In addition, I have been a Business Manager overseeing numerous FMG customers and am currently the Director of New Business Development. Along with establishing new customer relationships and developing new business, I continue to lead and mentor associates located within both direct customers, as well as, those located within the procurement departments of the customers we represent across the United States.

Stamford, Connecticut