Pet Food Regional Sales Leader — High-Impact Growth

Kemin Industries; Cut Off (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Uncapped bonus

401k match

Generous vacation

Wellness program

Career development

Job summary

Kemin Industries is seeking a Senior Sales Manager for our Pet Food team to drive sales and service for designated customers in the United States. The role emphasizes strong client relationships and achieving budgeted targets in sales, margin, and expenses. Travel will be extensive, between 50-75% across the US.

High potential candidates with less experience may be considered for a role commensurate with their skills. Join us to transform lives through nutrition and biotech innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related scientific field, business or closely related field and 7+ years of experience in sales.
• Prior pet food experience is highly preferred.
• Solid understanding of biological sciences to present technical and commercial presentations.
• Experience managing sales projects to successful completion.
• High energy, motivation, time management, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with computers, including Microsoft Office and database development programs; ability to train others.

Responsibilities

• Achieve consistent growth in sales and gross margin within assigned accounts per yearly budgets.
• Lead business unit expansion and sales growth in the territory.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on a marketing plan for the territory.
• Identify prospective customers and develop sales projects to exceed growth targets.
• Author and execute strategic plans for key customers and establish relationships at all levels.
• Make technical sales presentations and support product development; close sales and support startup programs.
• Maintain relationships after sale and potentially mentor account representatives.
• Support forecast reports for production and inventory management; attend industry events.

Skills

Energetic

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

7+ years sales experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database development programs

Job description

Kemin Industries is seeking a Senior Sales Manager for our Pet Food team to drive sales and service for designated customers in the United States. The role emphasizes strong client relationships and achieving budgeted targets in sales, margin, and expenses. Travel will be extensive, between 50-75% across the US.

High potential candidates with less experience may be considered for a role commensurate with their skills. Join us to transform lives through nutrition and biotech innovation.