Regional Sales Manager Distributor Partnerships (F&B)

Alpha Baking Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpha Baking Company is seeking a field sales/account management professional in the Chicago area. The role focuses on territory management, distributor partnerships, and driving growth through lead generation and strategic plans.

Responsibilities include negotiating marketing programs, managing broker networks, and collaborating with Marketing, Customer Service, and Production to meet growth goals. Travel up to 75% is required and a strong emphasis is placed on relationship-building and

Qualifications

• Experience managing customer accounts and relationships.
• Comfortable presenting to groups and stakeholders.
• Proven ability to drive sales with distributors or brokers.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop annual business plans for customers to maximize opportunities.
• Drive profitable growth and align with company objectives.
• Set goals and activity metrics for distributor networks.
• Support agents and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Negotiate local marketing programs and implementation steps.
• Generate new customer leads through networking and outreach.
• Monitor distributor performance and financial viability.
• Engage in in-market activities to promote company products.
• Maintain accounts receivable within company guidelines.

Skills

Account management

Public speaking

CRM experience

Communication

Tools

Outlook

Teams

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Alpha Baking Company is seeking a field sales/account management professional in the Chicago area. The role focuses on territory management, distributor partnerships, and driving growth through lead generation and strategic plans.

Responsibilities include negotiating marketing programs, managing broker networks, and collaborating with Marketing, Customer Service, and Production to meet growth goals. Travel up to 75% is required and a strong emphasis is placed on relationship-building and