District Food Sales Lead - Remote & Growth

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

McKee Foods seeks a District Sales Representative to drive customer development and grow snack cake sales through independent distributors and retailers. The role focuses on building strong distributor relationships, facilitating product promotions, and expanding market presence across the assigned district.

You will recruit distributors, coordinate with retailers, and manage territory activities with a daily early start, utilizing Google Workspace tools and strong communication skills to meet

Qualifications

• 2+ total years of account management and/or sales leadership experience in the food & beverage or grocery industry.
• Territory includes Cincinnati, Florence KY, Hebron KY, Milford OH, Blue Ash OH, Newport OH, Amelia OH, Mount Orab OH, Connersville IN, Rushville IN. Job holder needs to live within the district or be willing and able to relocate upon accepting a job offer.
• Ability to develop accounts and build rapport with new and existing clients and distributors.
• Basic proficiency with business software and willingness to learn new tools and systems (Google Workspace environment).
• Ability to work from home.
• Early riser – days typically start at 4:00 AM
• Clear driver’s record.
• Advanced degree, training or military experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build strong business relationships with each independent distributor in the district through sales assistance.
• Recruit and appoint quality candidates for distributorships.
• Offer quality orientation to new independent distributors.
• Act as liaison between McKee Foods and independent distributors.
• Develop good relationships with retailers in the district.
• Gain authorizations for products/product lines, space and promotions with retailers.
• Communicate with independent distributors on a regular basis.
• Encourage and assist independent distributors with developing business plans.
• Operate a company sales territory when needed and bring the DSR balance to zero within four weeks of ending the territory.
• Assist Distributor Accounts and Retail Accounts Receivable.
• Comply with FSO practices and procedures.
• Operate a company vehicle on a daily basis.
• Communicate job information to accomplish work tasks.
• Exercise personal safety on the job and demonstrate a commitment to the safety of others and our products.

Skills

Account management

Sales leadership

Relationship building

Communication

Education

Advanced degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

McKee Foods seeks a District Sales Representative to drive customer development and grow snack cake sales through independent distributors and retailers. The role focuses on building strong distributor relationships, facilitating product promotions, and expanding market presence across the assigned district.

You will recruit distributors, coordinate with retailers, and manage territory activities with a daily early start, utilizing Google Workspace tools and strong communication skills to meet