Food Account Manager - Global Food Distributor; AL

Overview

Food Account Manager - Global Food Distributor (AL30389). This is a full-time, direct hire position in the Savage, MD area with a base pay range of $60,000.00/year.

• Manage current and cultivate new customers in the assigned territory
• Research and analyze the current market and plan sales strategies – forecasting, market trend direction, etc.
• Establish sales-related procedures and policies
• Lead the sales team to build relationships with clients and establish sales contracts
• Work closely with the marketing team to organize sales campaigns
• Negotiate cost, timeline, technical specification, etc., and provide consultation as needed
• Work with warehouse closely to ensure orders are delivered currently and on time
• Recruit and train new staff
• Create sales reports using MS Excel and the company’s system and report to Direct Managers periodically
• Perform all other duties as assigned

• At least 2 years in account management for the food industry
• Fluency in English; any Asian language skills would be a plus
• Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Marketing or related field
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Ability to travel locally
• Strong leadership in a team environment and ability to bring a positive atmosphere to the team
• Flexibility to work effectively with a wide variety of people in a multicultural environment
• Excellent communication (speaking, writing, reading, listening) and presentation skills
• Ability to multi-task and manage time efficiently
• Team player, detail-oriented, responsible, punctual, self-motivated
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Physical requirements:
  
  intermittently sit, stand, walk; lift up to 25 pounds (and up to 25+ with lift assist); climb stairs; use hands to handle parts/equipment; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, bend; good close and distance vision

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you’re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity.

By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.

We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates.

We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.

Seniority:
Associate

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Sales, Business Development, and Customer Service