Account Manager

Midwest Foods; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

STD/LTD Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Vacation and PTO/sick days

Mileage reimbursement

Company laptop

Job summary

Midwest Foods in Chicago, IL is seeking a sales-focused professional to cultivate new business opportunities and deepen client relationships. You will manage the full sales cycle, present to diverse clients, and execute growth plans leveraging our product portfolio.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in food/hospitality or sales, strong communication, and CRM proficiency. This role offers strong growth, a team-driven environment, and a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 3-5 years of related professional experience in food/hospitality, service and/or sales.
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations to attract profitable sales.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in planning and implementing sales strategy.
• Proven experience in customer relationship management.
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills.
• Proficient Microsoft Office packages.
• Experience with CRM or any other cloud-based programs recommended.
• Tech savvy and up to date with current marketing strategies utilizing social media outlets and trends.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate new business opportunities.
• Increase customer penetration through a diverse group of clients by utilizing the company's portfolio of products and services.
• Achieve competitive and financially sound business.
• Collaborate, develop, and implement a strategic growth plan and professional goals.
• Drive a proactive approach to client engagement via solution-oriented practices.
• Devote energy to building collaborative relationships with Midwest Foods's key stakeholders.
• Learn and comprehend Midwest Foods's suite of product & services.
• Plan and oversee new marketing initiatives.
• Manage the full sales cycle.
• Oversee client set up and act as customer advocate for ongoing customer needs.
• Additional responsibilities as needed, pertaining to the job.

Skills

Sales experience

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Time management

MS Office

CRM software

CRM experience

Social media marketing

Education

Bachelor's degree

3-5 years experience in food/hospitality/sales

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Cloud-based CRM

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Midwest Foods Chicago - Chicago, IL 60632

Salary Range: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 Salary/year

Ready to turn your passion for food into a career with purpose? Join the dynamic team at Midwest Foods - a women-owned produce powerhouse based in Chicago and Kenosha, proudly serving the restaurant, hospitality, retail, and wholesale industries across Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin.

We're not just about delivering top-quality produce- we're about building a better food system. Partnering with top growers and local farmers, we bring farm-to-plate stories to life while prioritizing sustainability and client satisfaction every step of the way. If you're fascinated by where food comes from, love tackling challenges, and thrive in a fast-paced, team-driven environment, this is your chance to make a real impact.

We're on the lookout for passionate individuals with hospitality or service industry experience to join our team. If you're a natural relationship builder, the thrill of a win, a problem solver, and growth-minded go-getter, this role was made for you.

Why Midwest Foods?

• A mission-driven company
• Limitless opportunities for growth
• A chance to shape the future of food

Responsibilities

• Cultivate new business opportunities.
• Increase customer penetration through a diverse group of clients by utilizing the company's portfolio of products and services.
• Achieve competitive and financially sound business.
• Collaborate, develop, and implement a strategic growth plan and professional goals.
• Drive a proactive approach to client engagement via solution-oriented practices.
• Devote energy to building collaborative relationships with Midwest Foods's key stakeholders.
• Learn and comprehend Midwest Foods's suite of product & services.
• Plan and oversee new marketing initiatives.
• Manage the full sales cycle.
• Oversee client set up and act as customer advocate for ongoing customer needs.
• Additional responsibilities as needed, pertaining to the job.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or 3-5 years of related professional experience in food/hospitality, service and/or sales.
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations to attract profitable sales.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in planning and implementing sales strategy.
• Proven experience in customer relationship management.
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills.
• Proficient Microsoft Office packages.
• Experience with CRM or any other cloud-based programs recommended.
• Tech savvy and is up to date with current marketing strategies utilizing social media outlets and trends.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, VL, Accident, Critical Illness Insurance
• 401-k with employer match
• Vacation and PTO/sick days
• Mileage
• Cell phone, laptop, and other duty related equipment

Compensation: $60,000-$70,000 DOE, plus bonus + commission