Food Service Business Development

Description

Bringing our love of food to families for five generations!  Blount Fine Foods is a family-owned and operated manufacturer, marketer, and developer of premium fresh prepared foods. We are an engaging team, bringing restaurant-quality products to America including single-serve grab-n-go fresh soups, mac & cheese, and entrées in grocery stores across the country, as well as for hot bars and restaurants. Help us create the finest food experiences including those with specialty certifications that include organic, gluten-free, and low sodium, among others. Join a proven team for growth, success, and a satisfying career!

Summary 

This position will work with broker sales reps and independently where necessary to drive business and develop new business opportunities with local restaurants, universities, independent retailers within the assigned market. 

Responsibilities 

• Oversee profit and loss
• Manage sales territory budget
• Organize and lead multiple brokers across defined sales region
• Work with key account and distribution partners 
• Effectively plan and budget by customer and distributor to achieve 7-12% profit sales growth
• 80% of all sales calls will be made within the Foodservice segment (restaurants, universities etc.…) while 20% will be retail focused (independent supermarkets, etc.…)
• Attain sales volume objectives by working with Regional Sales Manager and Broker making a minimum of 20 sales calls per week
• Responsible for travel budget, T&E, etc. and manager P&L
• Collaborate with Director of Marketing on some projects, when necessary, before approval of the Executive VP of Sales
• The position requires 80%+ travel within the assigned geographic territory

Education and Experience 

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university 
• Five years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Out of the box thinking on sales strategies that align with the company’s market sales strategy
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, sales and customer service skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

 Our Total Compensation Package Includes  

• Medical, dental and vision benefits.
• 401k with Company match.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time and holidays.
• Education Assistance Program.
• Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.
• Discretionary Annual Bonus Program.