Senior Manager, Trade Management (Food Service)

Australia-Employment; Smithfield (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus potential

Company benefits

401k match

PTO

Sick pay

Full benefits

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Manager for Trade Management in the Food Service sector in Smithfield, VA. This on-site role leads the trade management team, oversees debits/credits, and partners with distributors to drive service excellence.

Responsibilities include optimizing the trade platform with SAP, Telus, and Blacksmith, managing finances, and identifying growth opportunities while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business/finance; MBA preferred.
• 5+ years in trade management in food service manufacturing.
• Experience managing distributor relationships.
• Knowledge of SAP, Telus and Blacksmith platforms.
• Strong leadership, communication and strategic thinking.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Trade Management team to execute the trade strategy and manage debits/credits.
• Develop and optimize the trade platform using SAP, Telus, and Blacksmith.
• Collaborate with distributors to deliver best-in-class service.
• Oversee finances related to trade activities, including debits and credits.
• Drive growth in food service operations and identify opportunities.
• Monitor market trends and adjust strategy accordingly.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

SAP

Telus

Blacksmith

Leadership

Distributor relations

Financial management

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Finance

MBA (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Telus

Blacksmith

Job description

Senior Manager, Trade Management (Food Service)

$130000 - $190000 per year | Smithfield, VA | On-site | Permanent

Enterprise Food Manufacturer looking for Senior Manager, Trade Management (Food Service)

A bit about us:

We are an enterprise food provider across the USA specializing in fresh meat!

Why join us?

• Competitive Compensation
• Generous Bonus Potential
• Great Company Culture and job stability
• 401k Match
• PTO
• Sick Pay
• Full Benefits (Medical, Vision, Dental)

Job Details

Job Details:

We are currently seeking a dynamic, results-oriented Senior Manager for Trade Management in the Food Service sector of our Manufacturing division. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing our trade platform, ensuring the smooth operation of our food service and distributor relationships, and overseeing the financial aspects of our trade operations. This role is integral to our mission of delivering the highest quality consumer packaged goods (CPG) to our customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Trade Management team to ensure the efficient execution of our trade strategy, including the management of debits and credits.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize our trade platform, using tools such as SAP, Telus, and Blacksmith.
• Work closely with our distributors to ensure that we are delivering the best possible service and meeting their needs effectively.
• Oversee financial operations related to trade, including the management of debits and credits.
• Drive the growth of our food service operations, identifying new opportunities and implementing strategies to capitalize on them.
• Maintain a keen understanding of market trends and shifts, adjusting our strategy accordingly to ensure continued growth and success.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the seamless execution of our trade operations.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or related field. An MBA would be a plus.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in trade management, specifically in the food service sector of the manufacturing industry.
• Proven experience in managing distributor relationships.
• Strong knowledge of trade platform management tools, including SAP, Telus, and Blacksmith.
• Solid experience in financial management, particularly in handling debits and credits.
• Extensive knowledge of the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry.
• Exceptional leadership skills, with a proven ability to lead and inspire a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with distributors and internal teams.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify opportunities and implement effective strategies.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.

If you are a seasoned trade management professional with a passion for excellence and a drive to make a real impact, we would love to hear from you. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and play a key role in the continued success of our company.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.