Sales & Operations Manager: Lead Growth & Teams

Pepsi MidAmerica; Du Quoin (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable, family-owned company

Employee development and advancement

Supportive team-oriented culture

Opportunity to make a direct impact on

Job summary

Pepsi MidAmerica is seeking a driven Professional Sales/Operations Manager to lead personnel, develop sales strategies, and strengthen customer partnerships in Mount Vernon and surrounding markets.

The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator and leader with a passion for sales, team development, and customer service excellence, to drive business growth with Pepsi MidAmerica’s esteemed team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of management experience required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred (4+ years of management experience may be considered in lieu of a degree).
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer proficiency including Microsoft Office, online research, and report preparation.
• Ability to travel and remain active throughout the workday as business demands.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, mentor, and develop team members.
• Create and manage employee schedules.
• Evaluate employee attendance, performance, and professional growth.
• Monitor employee training progress and coordinate ongoing development opportunities.
• Foster a positive, performance-driven team environment.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Store Managers and customers.
• Ensure all accounts are serviced according to Pepsi MidAmerica standards and policies.
• Identify new business opportunities and convert competitor accounts.
• Develop and maintain customer contact lists and follow-up communications.
• Meet and exceed customer service and sales expectations.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and sales agreements with customers.
• Clearly communicate product features, benefits, and service offerings.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Analyze challenges and provide effective problem-solving solutions.
• Collaborate with departments across the Pepsi MidAmerica organization.
• Represent Pepsi MidAmerica professionally and positively at all times.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Travel availability

MS Office

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

4+ years mgmt experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Online research

Job description

Pepsi MidAmerica is seeking a driven Professional Sales/Operations Manager to lead personnel, develop sales strategies, and strengthen customer partnerships in Mount Vernon and surrounding markets.

The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator and leader with a passion for sales, team development, and customer service excellence, to drive business growth with Pepsi MidAmerica’s esteemed team.