Regional Sales Manager

Indiana Packers Corporation; Monticello (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical plans

401K with match

Educational assistance

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Indiana Packers Corporation (IPC) seeks a Regional Sales Manager to drive revenue by executing strategic sales plans and managing the IPC Broker Network to boost distributor and operator awareness and purchases of IPC products.

The selected Regional Sales Manager will be a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of the pork / protein industry as it relates to foodservice distribution and restaurant operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in sales, marketing, meat science or related field; HS diploma with 8+ years in protein industry considered.
• 5+ years of foodservice experience selling further-processed meats to broadline and independent distributors.
• Experience with pork/protein in the foodservice industry.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build networks and alliances.
• Proficiency in MS Office and SAP.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to meet corporate goals.
• Prepare regional sales forecasts and set performance goals by market potential.
• Direct channel development and coordinate sales territories, quotas, and goals.
• Manage key accounts and broker network; lead sales team.
• Provide sales training and guidance per brand managers and regional VP of Sales.
• Analyze sales performance to boost volume, brand mix, and profitability.
• Support SKU rationalization and input on new product opportunities.

Skills

Sales strategy

Broker network management

Foodservice sales

MS Office

SAP

Education

Bachelor's degree

High School diploma with 8+ years experience in protein industry

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Regional Sales Manager

Summary

Indiana Packers Corporation (IPC) is seeking a successful Regional Sales Manager. The selected individual will be responsible for driving revenue by strategically executing and achieving sales objectives while effectively working with & managing the IPC Broker Network to increase Distributor and Operator awareness and purchases of IPC products. The selected Regional Sales Manager will be a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of the pork / protein industry as it relates to foodservice distribution and restaurant operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to accommodate corporate goals.
• Prepares regional sales forecasts, sets performance goals according to market potential, and determines customer needs.
• Directs channel development activity and coordinates sales distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas, and goals.
• Manages key major accounts directly as well as sales team and or broker network.
• Assists in sales training and providing direction of expectations on brands and product categories as set by brand business managers and Regional Vice President of Sales.
• Consistently analyzes and reviews plans and performances as it relates to area of sales regarding, volume sales, brand mix, co-op expenditures, selling prices, statements, and other matters that assist our company in building long term success
• Consistently review sales performance of direct sales representatives to strengthen total sales organization.
• Provides input on new products opportunities as well as provides input SKU Rationalization to eliminate unprofitable items from sales line.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in sales, marketing, meat science, food science or related field is preferred. High School diploma will be considered for those with 8+ years of relevant experience in the protein processing industry.
• 5 + years of Foodservice experience selling further-processed meats to broadline and independent distributors with additional understanding of Large Leverage Operators and how they can influence distributor purchase decisions.
• Must have experience with pork / protein / meat in the foodservice industry.
• Ability to use appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with employees, peers, and business partners to meet mutual goals.
• Ability to build networks to obtain cooperation and build alliances.
• Ability to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals by developing and cultivating long-term collaborative work relationships.
• Must have a solid knowledge of MS Office and SAP.

Other Duties

Please note, this job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

About IPC

Indiana Packers Corporation (IPC) is a fully integrated retail, foodservice and private label producer of fresh and processed meats based in Delphi, Indiana. Since the start of operations in 1991, we have experienced rapid growth from a single pork processing company into a multi-plant diversified producer of fresh and processed meats, with locations throughout America's Heartland and revenues of approximately $1.5B. We are best known for our national brand Kentucky Legend (the best-selling boneless ham brand in the United States) as well as several well-known regional brands, including Indiana Kitchen, Fischer's, Field, Mickelberry's, Kentuckian Gold, and Scott Pete. We now have processing facilities in Frankfort, Indiana; Holland, Michigan; and Owensboro, Kentucky.

We value diversity, innovation, collaboration and those passionate about their jobs. We support our associates by offering a total rewards package. With more than 3,100 team members located across 14 different states, we are a big company with a small company culture.

• competitive pay
• three different medical care plans (two with company-funded health savings accounts)
• pharmacy
• dental
• vision plans
• retirement/401K (with 50% match on team members' contributions)
• competitive paid time off program
• educational assistance
• numerous advancement opportunities

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and color vision.

Background Screening/Checks

This position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. This may include verification of employment, education, criminal background, driving history, and other relevant information, conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

EOE, including Disability/Veteran