Zone Sales Leader

Bimbo Bakeries USA; Oxford Park (CT); On-site; USD 113,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Vehicle Reimbursement Program

Annual Bonus Eligibility

401k & Company Match

On the Job Training with AdvancementOp

On the Job Training with AdvancementOp

Job summary

Bimbo Bakeries USA is seeking an experienced sales leader to drive Direct Store Delivery excellence and maximize regional sales growth. You will lead a market-area team, implement strategic sales initiatives, and ensure objectives are met across zone marketplaces and sales centers.

The role requires 7+ years of management experience in food sales, strong communication and negotiation skills, and proficiency with PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of management experience in food sales or comparable industry.
• Experience leading salaried associates with team responsibility.
• Excellent presentation and written/oral communication skills, as well as the ability to effectively negotiate and influence others.
• Computer skills and proficiency, specifically PowerPoint, Excel, and Word required.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of the sales and sales operations Direct Store Delivery Excellence (DSDE) best practices.
• Lead and engage a market area team to create effective sales strategies to maximize sales growth.
• Accountable for achieving objectives by ensuring critical field sales initiatives are developed, managed, and executed effectively in the zone marketplace and within the sales centers.
• Be part of a team in an extraordinary organization where you can bring your authentic self to work each and every day.

Skills

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Team leadership

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Job description

Have you ever enjoyed Arnold, Brownberry or Oroweat bread? A Thomas' English muffin or bagel? Or perhaps snacked on a Sara Lee, Entenmann's or Marinela cake or donut? If the answer is yes, then you know Bimbo Bakeries USA!

More than 20,000 associates in bakeries, sales centers, offices and on sales routes work to ensure our consumers have the freshest products at every meal. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we provide a safe and inclusive work environment that appreciates diversity, promotes development and allows our associates to be their authentic selves.

Come join the largest baking company in the world and our family of 20,000 associates nationwide!

Top Reasons to Work at Bimbo Bakeries USA:

• Salary Range: $112,600 - $157,600
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Vehicle Reimbursement Program
• Annual Bonus Eligibility
• 401k & Company Match
• On the Job Training with Advancement Opportunities

What You Will Be Doing:

• Lead execution of the sales and sales operations Direct Store Delivery Excellence (DSDE) best practices.
• Lead and engage a market area team to create effective sales strategies to maximize sales growth.
• Accountable for achieving objectives by ensuring critical field sales initiatives are developed, managed, and executed effectively in the zone marketplace and within the sales centers.
• Be part of a team in an extraordinary organization where you can bring your authentic self to work each and every day.

Position Requirements:

• 7+ years of management experience in all aspects of food sales or comparable industry.
• Experience leading salaried associates with team responsibility.
• Excellent presentation and written/oral communication skills, as well as the ability to effectively negotiate and influence others.
• Computer skills and proficiency, specifically PowerPoint, Excel, and Word required.
• Must have a valid driver's license with a safe driving record.
• Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans [or Vets].
• Bilingual - English/Spanish a plus.

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