Director, Further Processing Sales - Growth Leader

Seaboard Foods; Merriam (KS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision & dental benefits

401K with company match

Paid Time Off & Company Holidays

Wellness Program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee pork purchase program

Job summary

Seaboard Foods in Merriam, KS seeks a Director of Further Processor Field Sales to drive new business development, strengthen customer relationships, and grow sales across pork categories. You will lead cross-functional sales support and cover accounts during absences or travel, influencing product strategy and market expansion.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in sales or product management, strong knowledge of pork processing, and proven leadership with excellent communication and

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in either sales or product management.
• Knowledge of protein packing plant operations and pork product specifications.
• Detail oriented, highly organized and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Excellent listening, negotiating, presentation and analytical skills.
• Assertive personality with ethics and integrity.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Food processing/protein experience.
• SQL and Tableau.

Responsibilities

• Promote and sell fresh and frozen pork products.
• Guide team directionally in business decisions.
• Accompany customers on necessary plant tours.
• Search for new business and make 20 to 30 customer visits annually.
• Analyze market conditions for supply and demand and provide information on cash markets.
• Work with production and QA to resolve customer complaints concerning product specification issues.
• Cross train and provide necessary coverage with all processor sales associates in the department.
• Monitor and report on sales performance, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Drive initiatives to expand product offerings, penetrate new markets, and improve customer satisfaction.

Skills

Sales leadership

Customer relationships

Negotiation

Presentation

Analytical skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SQL

Tableau

Job description

Seaboard Foods in Merriam, KS seeks a Director of Further Processor Field Sales to drive new business development, strengthen customer relationships, and grow sales across pork categories. You will lead cross-functional sales support and cover accounts during absences or travel, influencing product strategy and market expansion.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in sales or product management, strong knowledge of pork processing, and proven leadership with excellent communication and