Regional Sales Manager

Job Summary

As a Regional Sales Manager, you will combine strategic planning, team leadership, and hands‑on sales execution for a specific territory. You will be responsible for achieving regional sales goals and growth through effective sales planning and execution.

• Increase distribution of product lines by managing Smithfield’s broker relationships to boost product reach.
• Train and monitor broker representatives to ensure consistent product selling.
• Plan regional sales and assist with sales proposal development, presentations, and calls.
• Provide sales training to brokers on new and existing products.
• Direct broker team through meetings and drive company initiatives in store.
• Meet directly with customers and key decision makers to maintain and increase sales of Smithfield products.
• Develop and present formal proposals; provide product samples and demonstrations.
• Determine and drive execution of key regional programs (sales incentives, account‑specific marketing programs).
• Implement and execute Smithfield sales plans to promote product lines, customizing for local and regional markets.
• Assist sales and brokers in developing and executing product promotions.
• Utilize syndicated data and other resources to drive sales plans.
• Coordinate with company functions to ensure sales objectives are met.
• Drive a positive employee experience through coaching and employee development.

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution and 5+ years of relevant experience; or equivalent education/experience.
• 2+ years of demonstrated experience in team management/development or project leadership.
• Strong knowledge of the consumer packaged goods industry and customer‑focused selling (IRI, Nielsen, Perishable Group).
• Understanding of product attributes and comfort with product cutting.
• Strong critical‑thinking, problem‑solving, written and verbal communication, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and adaptability.
• Ability to work well with others in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Respectful, approachable, and team‑oriented with strong working relationships.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Willingness and ability to travel at least 50% of the time.

Expected pay range: $105,000 – $140,000 annually. Base pay is one aspect of a comprehensive total rewards package.

• Relocation assistance available.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and other benefits.
• Wellness programs covering medical, mental health, and more.
• Professional development and tuition assistance.
• Employee scholarship program for children.

Smithfield is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veteran status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non‑job characteristic as directed by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757‑357‑1595.