District Sales Rep - CPG & Bakery (MI)

McKee Foods; Gaylord, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company sales vehicle provided

Cell phone allowance

Laptop provided/iPad reimbursement

Business expense reimbursement

Competitive weekly pay

Profit-sharing cash bonus program

401(k) with matching contributions

25 days Paid Time Off

Medical insurance (health, dental, vis

Mental wellness counseling

Supplemental life insurance

Fully-paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Credit Union

Wellness programs with incentives

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

McKee Foods is seeking a District Sales Representative to drive growth across Gaylord, Grayling and surrounding areas. You will partner with independent distributors and retailers, build strong relationships and identify high-value sales opportunities across the territory.

This role requires travel and accountability for the distributor network and product presence. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in sales/retail management, excellent communication, and the ability to operate a sales territory

Qualifications

• Minimum of one to two years of post-high school education or equivalent experience.
• Three years of retail management or sales experience.
• Customer service experience across diverse situations.
• Ability to travel extensively within or outside the assigned district.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency with modern business software including Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Foster sales growth through collaboration with distributors and retailers.
• Cultivate strong business relationships with distributors and retailers.
• Act as liaison between McKee Foods, distributors, and retailers.
• Motivate wholesalers to expand sales and recruit new distributorships.
• Provide orientation for new distributors and communicate best practices.
• Manage and develop a sales territory and ensure vehicle operations.
• Maintain regular communication with supervision and complete reports promptly.
• Represent McKee Foods professionally in the marketplace.

Skills

Sales experience

Retail management

Communication skills

Data interpretation

Independent/initiative

Travel willingness

Education

Post-high school education or equivalent

College degree in business (preferred)

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

McKee Foods is seeking a District Sales Representative to drive growth across Gaylord, Grayling and surrounding areas. You will partner with independent distributors and retailers, build strong relationships and identify high-value sales opportunities across the territory.

This role requires travel and accountability for the distributor network and product presence. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in sales/retail management, excellent communication, and the ability to operate a sales territory