Senior Sales / Project Manager MUST HAVE Food Manufacturing
Salary $110,000 - $120,000 + Bonus + Benefits + Paid Relocation to the Midwest
This large Midwest city has so much to offer great dining experiences, professional teams, higher education, family friendly activities, and plenty of night life.
Lead a dynamic sales team to drive profitability and operational efficiency. This sales professional must have managed projects (ex. new product development projects) with cross-functional teams such as QA, Operations, Food Scientists, etc. Also, needs to have experience working closely with Finance, Operations and Logistics to understand plant capacity, pricing/margins, etc. Oversee sales activities across assigned regions and accounts, while also managing key accounts directly. This is a fantastic opportunity to influence sales strategies and achieve impactful results. There will be some overnight travel.
The key responsibilities for this Sales Manager position:
Develop and implement plans to meet volume, profit, and distribution goals.
Coach and guide the sales team to build strong customer relationships and exceed targets.
Analyze performance metrics, identify growth opportunities, and drive innovative solutions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure exceptional service throughout the sales cycle.
Deliver persuasive presentations and secure new business opportunities.
Minimum requirements for this Sales Manager position:
Bachelors degree in business, sales, marketing, or equivalent experience.
At least 8 years of progressive sales experience in the food industry , including leadership roles.
Distribution/Logistics and R&D experience helpful
Expertise in retail, dairy, or consumer packaged goods industries.
Exceptional communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ready to inspire your team and grow the business? Apply today.