Regional Sales Manager Fs Northeast

At Saputo we bring good to the table by making high-quality products investing in our people and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best

We have a great opportunity for a NJ / NY Metro Regional Sales Manager Foodservice to join our can-do and driven field-based sales team . We offer a flexible autonomous and inclusive working environment! If you are looking for opportunities to bring your best and grow in your own way then get in touch as we would love to get to know you. The successful candidate will develop and expand foodservice sales to drive incremental growth and profit for Saputo USA.

How You Will Make Contributions That Matter

Responsible for assigned core foodservice customer accounts. Owns the corporate customer relationships Responsible for assigned accounts P&L and meeting annual volume plan profit plan and subsequent quarterly forecast.

Collaborate with customers and stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes for all parties. Responsible for planning and prioritizing customer initiatives for execution and coordination.

Conduct quarterly business reviews with assigned customers and relationship building.

Develop and lead business reviews with key customers leveraging Saputos full portfolio of products and services to introduce new value-creating ideas to Customers. Identify opportunities with new items fill voids grow share enhance profit margin while building trust and partnership.

Responsible for managing broker network in assigned territory as well as local and headquarter distributor accounts. Will also manage local and regional restaurants and chain accounts and dedicated to building maintaining and cultivating productive relationships with customers.

Execute contract and supply agreements to deliver on customer expectations while maximizing business value anticipating challenges that might impact the implementation of customer agreements and identify mitigation tactics to prevent them.

Negotiate multi-level and multi-functional account penetration considering all relevant internal and external drivers to make profitable decisions.

Negotiate field-based sales trade strategies and marketing programs.

Plan execute close and follow up on negotiations in a manner that creates mutually beneficial outcomes uncovering underlying customer and Saputo drivers.

Leverage insights to identify and advance opportunities for foodservice customers. Oversee category management initiatives at the region and customer level and regularly present product recommendations and promotion strategies to customers.

Provide competitive market intelligence and feedback on new products launches.

Collaborate with Saputos customer service operations quality assurance transportation and pricing & deductions teams.

Maintain clear communication with Sales Operations on opportunities and challenges within assigned customers.

Maximize sales margins by monitoring / assisting with A / R credit issues deductions samples etc.

You are best suited for the role if you have the following experience qualifications and skills

Education BS / BA Degree in related area. Not required but preferred.

Experience 5 plus years directly related experience in the food and beverage industry in any related exposure.

Must have an understanding of the core distributor strategic label value proposition. Manufacturing experience preferred.

Knowledge skills and abilities should include : negotiation insight-selling presentation communication analytical planning and measurement in the food and beverage industry.

Saputo and / or cheese and dairy product knowledge preferred.

Food Broker Sales Agency experience required.

Home or corporate office environment.

Up to 50% travel. This role will cover the northeast region (NJ / NY Metro area).

We Support and Care for Our Employees by Providing Them With

Development opportunities that enhance you career fulfillment.

Meaningful compensation & benefits that help you care for your family.

Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products

Salary Range : $104730 - $137455

Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience educations skills and training.

In the USA Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella Frigo Cheese Montchevre Stella and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing operations supply chain sales quality assurance or in any other function your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Sales Experience,Direct Sales,Management Experience,Territory Management,Hospice Care,Home Care,Salesforce,Outside Sales,Sales Management,CRM Software,Enterprise Sales,negotiation

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 104730 - 137455