District Sales Representative – Lufkin, TX

McKee Foods Corporation and Affiliates; Collegedale (TN); On-site; USD 81,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Cell phone allowance

Laptop reimbursement

Expense reimbursement

Profit sharing

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Parental leave

Mental wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

McKee Foods Corporation and Affiliates is seeking a District Sales Representative to drive sales growth across assigned districts. You will work with independent wholesale distributors and retailers, cultivate relationships, and represent McKee Foods in the marketplace.

The role requires 3+ years in sales or retail management, a valid driver’s license, ability to lift 25 pounds, and willingness to travel. Benefits include a company vehicle and profit-sharing opportunities.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education or equivalent experience.
• Three years of retail management or sales experience.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Ability to lift/move up to 25 pounds and travel extensively within district.
• Ability to draw conclusions from data and deliver sales presentations.

Responsibilities

• Foster sales growth through collaboration with independent wholesale distributors and retailers.
• Cultivate strong business relationships with distributors and retailers.
• Act as a liaison between McKee Foods and distributors/retailers.
• Motivate wholesalers to expand sales and recruit new distributors.
• Provide orientation for new distributors and communicate best practices.
• Manage and develop a company sales territory as necessary.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer service

MS Office

Driver's license

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Data-driven selling

Education

Post-high school education

College degree (preferred)

Job description

Join Americas favorite family bakery since 1934home of Little Debbie, Drakes Cakes, and Sunbelt Bakery Granola Bars. Work with legacy brands that bring smiles to faces nationwide, including yours. Youll experience a culture committed to work-life balance, guaranteed time off, and supportive health and wellness offerings. Enjoy profit sharing, long-term job security, and a range of exciting career paths. When you join McKee Foods, youll discover a better way to live and work.

Pay

Pay Salaried grade 8 $81,100 - $92,500 / year, depending on experience and qualifications. Actual salaries may vary and in some cases may be higher with extensive experience and strong performance.

Schedule

Schedule Monday Friday, 40+ hours (start the day early, often prior to sunrise)

Location

Location The central location and ideal residency for the incumbent is in or around: Livingston/Lufkin, TX District Coverage Conroe, Cleveland, Huntsville, Lufkin and Nacogdoches, TX

Job Summary

Join McKee Foods as a District Sales Representative and drive sales growth in your assigned district. Collaborate with independent wholesale distributors and retailers, foster relationships, and identify lucrative sales opportunities. Be the face of McKee Foods, motivating and supporting wholesale distributors, and ensuring the success of our products in the marketplace.

Responsibilities

• Foster sales growth through collaboration with independent wholesale independent distributors and retailers
• Cultivate strong business relationships with distributors and retailers
• Act as a liaison between McKee Foods, wholesale independent distributors, and retailers
• Motivate existing wholesalers to expand sales
• Recruit and appoint competent candidates to distributorships
• Provide orientation for new distributors and communicate best business practices
• Manage and develop a company sales territory as necessary
• Ensure daily operation and maintenance of a company vehicle
• Adhere to established business conduct practices
• Maintain regular communication with supervision
• Complete reports and assignments in a timely manner
• Temporary and occasional operation of an open location
• Serve as a professional representative of McKee Foods in the marketplace

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of one to two years of post-high school education or equivalent experience
• Three years of retail management or sales experience
• Previous customer service experience across diverse situations
• Capable of lifting and moving up to 25 pounds
• Ability to draw conclusions from data, prepare and deliver sales presentations
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in establishing strong business relationships
• High level of initiative, self-motivation and independence with a goal-oriented mindset
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office applications and mobile technology
• Willingness to travel extensively within or outside of the assigned district
• Ability to operate a box truck weighing more than 10,000 pounds when needed
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• High level of personal integrity and professionalism

Preferred Qualifications

• College degree in a business-related field
• Three years of sales experience in consumer packaged goods (CPG) and/or Direct Store Delivery (DSD) industry
• Proven experience in making sales calls with retailers (store level and headquarters)
• Ability to complete a DOT physical examination

Benefits

• Company sales vehicle provided
• Cell phone allowance
• Laptop provided/iPad reimbursement available
• Business expense reimbursement
• Competitive weekly pay
• Profit-sharing cash bonus program
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• 19 days Paid Time Off (for vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.)
• Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and prescription drug plan
• Supplemental plans, including life insurance
• Fully-paid parental leave
• Mental wellness counseling (on-site in TN, virtual elsewhere)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Credit nion Wellness programs with incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
<
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits (company-paid)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer