Regional Business Manager - Coffee Sales; Minneapolis

The Regional Business Manager – Coffee Sales Lead is responsible for driving operator sales of the Nestlé Professional Solutions beverage portfolio, with a primary focus on our iconic Starbucks branded products, along with Seattle’s Best, Teavana, Vitality, Nescafé, and Coffee-mate. This role supports customers in Minnesota and surrounding states, with a preferred home-base in the Minneapolis area.

• Drive operator sales growth by identifying and securing net new business within the assigned territory.
• Acquire additional venues/outlets within existing accounts through proactive pipeline management, ensuring opportunities across all sales stages.
• Effectively utilize Salesforce to manage growth opportunities, customer events, and forecasting.
• Lead joint business planning and business reviews to strengthen partnerships and meet contractual service levels.
• Negotiate and execute contracts that are profitable and aligned with Nestlé Professional’s business strategy.
• Partner with internal operations to ensure smooth execution of onboarding, training, and installation for new venues.
• Promote compliance with brand stewardship and manage quality assurance activities within the territory.
• Sell seasonal and innovation programs to drive incremental growth.
• Maintain strong distributor relationships and provide guidance on sales opportunities and product stocking.
• Provide accurate sales forecasts and maintain detailed visibility into pipeline health.
• Exhibit an entrepreneurial mindset to identify and pursue incremental growth opportunities.
• Launch new products effectively, using established tools and best practices.
• Communicate regularly with internal partners to ensure alignment across all business facets.

• Minimum 6+ years of direct outside sales, B2B, or business development experience.
• Proven track record in new business development and customer retention.
• 5+ years negotiating complex contracts and agreements, with strong financial acumen and P&L awareness.
• Deep understanding of food service, hospitality, or beverage industry, with emphasis on premium branded products like Starbucks®.
• Expertise in pipeline management tools and CRM systems (i.e. Salesforce).
• Strong executive presence, with excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Experience building customer-facing business plans and proposals.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work cross-functionally across operations, marketing, and finance.
• Familiarity with key industry segments, including:
  Business & Industry, College & University, Healthcare, Lodging, Military, Travel, Retail, and Grocery.

The approximate pay range for this position is $115,000 to $140,000. The role includes performance-based incentives and a total rewards package, which includes a 401(k) with company match, healthcare coverage, and a broad range of other benefits.

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This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.