Regional Sales Manager, Food Service - Central

Europastry USA, Inc. in; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic and growing company is seeking a Regional Sales Manager to drive sales growth and develop key customer relationships in the food service sector. This role involves executing innovative sales strategies, presenting new products, and maintaining CRM data to optimize performance. Join a passionate team in an exciting, fast-paced environment that values professional development and offers competitive compensation. If you have a strong sales background in the food industry and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years of sales experience in the food industry, with 5 years in food service.
• Experience with customers and brokers in corporate settings.

Responsibilities

• Execute sales strategies to achieve profitable growth.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key customers.
• Review sales data to identify customer needs.

Skills

Sales Strategy Execution

Customer Relationship Management

Sales Quota Achievement

Marketing Initiatives

Food Safety Protocols

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

CRM Software

Job description

Regional Sales Manager, Food Service - Central (Sales)

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Do you want to join a growing company with a proven track record for success and growth? Europastry, a family business founded in Barcelona in 1987 by Pere Galles, has locations worldwide! The bakery business is our passion, and this is your opportunity to be a member of our team.

We are searching for a motivated & experienced Regional Sales Manager.

Responsibilities include:

1. Executing company sales strategies to achieve profitable sales growth.
2. Presenting new products and organizing sales campaigns.
3. Meeting sales quotas and setting quarterly and annual sales goals and KPIs.
4. Promoting products through various marketing initiatives.
5. Developing and maintaining top relationships with key customers.
6. Coordinating with customers, distributors, and brokers to execute agreements and programs.
7. Training brokers and evaluating their performance to optimize sales.
8. Traveling to different locations for product presentations, trade shows, and customer issue resolution.
9. Reviewing sales data to identify customer needs and develop targeted sales campaigns.
10. Representing the company at trade association meetings and other functions.
11. Maintaining CRM data for existing and prospective customers.
12. Participating in meetings and special projects as required.

Additional responsibilities include:

1. Ensuring work quality and adherence to company policies and safety regulations.
2. Following food safety protocols and completing mandatory in-house Food Safety Training.
3. Understanding and applying food safety hazards, GMP regulations, and OSHA requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum of 10 years sales experience in the food industry, with at least 5 years in food service markets.
• Experience working with customers and brokers, especially in corporate headquarters settings.
• Experience in a commercial bakery is a plus.

What Europastry offers:

• Competitive compensation including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance & ADD, STD, LTD, 401K, FSA, and Paid Time Off.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• An exciting, fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.