Sales Manager - Mid-West Region (FoodService)

Cloverdale Foods; Iowa (LA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Sales Manager for the Mid-West Region. This role offers the chance to lead a team in developing the food service business, collaborating closely with sales representatives and clients. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and negotiation skills, a successful sales track record, and the ability to inspire and mentor others. With a competitive compensation package and the flexibility of remote work, this position is perfect for a self-motivated individual eager to make a significant impact in a thriving industry.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Sales Experience in the Food Service Industry required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or comparable experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Guide a team of sales representatives to meet sales targets.
• Foster relationships with clients and resolve customer queries.
• Monitor sales performance and adjust strategies as needed.

Skills

Sales Experience

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Customer Service Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Sales, Business Administration, Marketing

Comparable record of sales leadership experience

Job description

Sales Manager - Mid-West Region (FoodService)

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Cloverdale Foods provided pay range

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Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr

This position is to be performed remotely.

The Mid-West Region Sales Manager (RSM) is responsible for developing the food service business within the Midwestern region (Chicago, Iowa, Missouri, Kansas, etc.). Will work closely with operators and distributor sales representatives to gain new placements and add SKUs to existing customers. The ASM will report to the Director of Food Service Sales. Easily adaptable to a new environment, and who has a successful track record of closing sales is a must. The ability to inspire and motivate is a requirement, as an area sales manager will be mentoring a team of Distributor sales and Broker reps to achieve sales targets. By building an efficient and productive team, the role of an area sales manager involves proficiency in an assortment of skills including communication, negotiation, and problem-solving.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Sales, Business Administration, Marketing, or related field OR Comparable record of sales leadership experience is required.
• Required 2+ years of Sales Experience in the Food Service Industry, preferably within food sales.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel.
• Excellent sales and customer service skills with proven negotiation skills.
• Self-motivated, excellent organizational skills, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with sales representatives to gain new placements.
• Guide a team of sales representatives to meet the sales targets set by the company.
• Provide the right training to the sales team by acting as a training sales manager.
• Foster a strong relationship with existing and potential clients and resolve any customer queries.
• Utilize different modes and channels of communication to reach the target audience effectively.
• Monitor the performance of the area sales reps and tweak the sales strategies to achieve sales targets.
• Provide pricing and programs to Distribution and end users.
• Educate Sales reps and customers on Cloverdale products.
• Understand and be able to communicate Pork Market conditions and how it affects the business.
• Understand best practices of cooking and presenting Cloverdale Products.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work remotely.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Cloverdale Foods Company offers a competitive compensation package and an excellent benefits program for confidential consideration, please send your resume to [e-mail] or Fax: [phone]. In order to comply with government recordkeeping requirements, please go to http://www.cloverdalefoods.com/employment/apply.asp and send us a completed Online Application along with your resume/cover letter.

Cloverdale Foods Company is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing, Product Management, and Sales

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services and Meat Products Manufacturing

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