Sales Director

MTNP™; Logan (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Job summary

MTNP™ in Logan, Utah, is seeking an experienced Sales Director to drive growth in the wagyu beef industry. The primary responsibilities include developing and executing sales strategies, managing customer relationships, and analyzing market trends to optimize sales.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of sales experience in the food industry, strong leadership abilities, and a deep understanding of logistics and supply chain management. Competitive benefits package including medical insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of sales experience in the food industry, preferably in a similar product category.
• Comprehensive logistics and supply chain management expertise.
• Proven ability to close deals and expand existing relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive sales strategies to achieve business objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers.
• Identify new business opportunities and develop strategies to pursue them.

Skills

Sales experience in the food industry

Leadership and team management

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing or relevant field

Tools

CRM software

Sales analytics tools

Job description

Slickhorn Ranch is seeking an experienced and results-driven Sales Director to drive business growth in the wagyu beef industry. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for developing and executing sales strategies to expand our customer base, increase revenue, and maintain our position as a premium wagyu beef supplier.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive sales strategies to achieve business objectives, including expanding into new markets and increasing sales to existing customers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, including major retailers, restaurants, and distributors.
• Identify new business opportunities and develop strategies to pursue them, including attending industry events and conferences.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, product development, and logistics, to ensure alignment and effective execution of sales strategies.
• Analyze sales data and market trends to inform sales strategies and optimize pricing.
• Manage sales budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics to ensure sales targets are met.

Requirements

• 5+ years of sales experience in the food industry, preferably in a similar product category.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing or relevant field
• Results-driven leadership and team management skills with experience in sales team leadership, goal-setting, performance tracking, and accountability management.
• Comprehensive logistics and supply chain management expertise, including refrigerated transportation, freight coordination, and FDA compliance. Skilled in resolving shipping and fulfillment issues efficiently.
• Proven ability to close deals and expand existing relationships, with a strong focus on delivering value to customers and driving sustainable business growth.
• Proven track record of success in leading sales teams and driving revenue growth.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience using sales data and metrics to inform decision-making.

Preferred Qualifications

• Deep expertise in the beef and cattle industry, encompassing cattle markets, processing, pricing, grading, and supply chain management from ranches to retailers.
• Experience working with premium or luxury food products.
• Familiarity with foodservice and retail industries.
• Strong network of contacts in the food industry.
• Experience with CRM software and sales analytics tools.

Benefits

Medical insurance, Holiday Pay, Paid Time Off