The ideal candidate is a motivated, well-organized individual who has a deep understanding of prospecting and developing strong relationships with customers. strong commercial and operational experience, proven leadership skills, and a solid track record of delivering profitable growth.
Key Responsibilities
:Team Leadership
- :Lead and inspire a regional sales team, exert confidence and ensure they hit their targets with gusto
- .Organize team schedules, plan visits, and strategize sales activities
- .Conduct regular team meetings and training sessions (and the occasional pep talk)
.Key Account Management
- :Manage and develop relationships key accounts, ensuring top-notch service and satisfaction, nurture loyalty while optimizing customer profitability, keep hungry for more
- .Handle negotiations / pricing strategies, firm follow-up on commercial agreements together with payment terms, keeping a keen eye on market trends and customer needs
- .Request, anticipate and allocate stocks efficiently, ensuring products are always available
.Customer Engagement
- :Identify and engage with food professionals and understand their needs and preferences
- .Schedule and perform product demonstrations with our culinary exper
- tAttend industry events and networking events to promote our brand and build relationships
.Sales Strategy and Execution
- :Develop and implement regional sales strategies to meet and exceed sales targets
- .Monitor market conditions and competitor activities, adjusting strategies as needed
- .Coordinate with other members of the sales team and team leaders as needed to generate sales and provide excellent customer service as they would expect it
- .Prepare timely and detailed sales reports, present them to upper management with a smile
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Qualification
s:Educatio
n:Preferably a bachelor’s degree in business administration, in Marketing, or related degr
eeExperienc
e:+10 years proven experience in sales management level, preferably in the food industr
y.