Sales Area Manager - St. Charles

Sales Area Manager - St. Charles County

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• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401K Employer Matching
• Education Assistance
• Paid Time Off
• Safe and inclusive working environment with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Responsible for the development of independent account business, with emphasis on overall profitability through both new sales and account penetration. Promote and sell company‑branded products and meet brand sales objectives. May also support customer service activities for regional and/or national chain customers, thereby increasing visibility of the company in the marketplace and maximizing market share. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company.

• Generate additional business through analyzing sales territory and individual customers; sample products with existing and potential customers; plan general sales strategy including time and territory management; conduct effective sales presentations.
• Grow sales and profit margins on an ongoing basis to meet established sales and margin goals.
• Set up new customer accounts by determining pricing; work with Credit Department for initial authorization; coordinate with other center personnel for scheduling, order‑taking, and deliveries; perform initial follow‑up to ensure delivery and product satisfaction.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by providing exemplary service, coordinating with other center personnel to resolve customer problems, and personally making deliveries in emergency situations when required.
• Build additional business with current customers through product penetration to maximize profitability of individual accounts.
• Minimize accounts receivable problems by monitoring accounts for compliance with credit terms and following up on any problems.
• Maintain awareness of pricing trends within the sales territory, particularly on market‑driven/commodity products, to ensure competitive pricing.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent
• 6–12 months of sales, marketing, and/or restaurant experience
• Valid Driver’s License

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Sales and Business Development
• Industries:
  Food and Beverage Services