Regional Sales Manager - Foodservice (Dallas, TX))

The Region Sales Manager will be responsible for building profitable sales for the assigned region. Establishes, develops and maintains business relationships with assigned accounts using a consultative selling approach. Identifies, develops and establishes sales and profit opportunities aligned with CHG manufacturing facilities. This position is also responsible for managing all aspects of the business including trade fund negotiations & management, management of brokers and sales personnel, developing customer relations, representing the company at various food and trade shows and submitting reports of results to supervisors. You will be expected to call on and develop relationships with key operators while also working with our partner distributors. Location: Remote home office; must reside in the Dallas, TX area and be within a reasonable commuting distance of a major airport. Duties and Responsibilities: Build sales by motivating brokers and sales representatives, providing training and education, developing and evaluating action plans, evaluating results and brokers and completing administrative functions. Leads the execution of Corporate Distributor growth & development strategies at the local Opsite, OpCo & Division level, including conducting Quarterly Business Reviews and conducting local Joint Business Planning meetings. Increases sales through Corporate & Local distributors by developing long term relationships with key personnel, presenting products and programs, negotiating local distributor programs and promotions, educating the distributor sales force on company products and working food shows. Completes administrative duties by preparing sales reports, approving regional promotions, managing regional deductions, composing written communications to sales force, customers and supervisors and managing broker action plans. Maintains open and frequent communication with existing and targeted customer base by making personal visits, communicating via telephone, written correspondence and email Make cold calls, identify key decision makers and pursue opportunities for CHG product lines Submits samples for current and new product opportunities Identifies new target customers and updates account list semi-annually Focuses on selling CHG Branded Products (all brands) whenever possible using provided selling tools. Clear and direct communication with multiple inter-company departments, especially Foodservice Marketing. Other departments include Quality Assurance, Customer Service, Purchasing, R & D and Culinary. Responsible for annual sales budget for target accounts Works closely with CHG’s Category Marketing and Insights teams to translate market / consumer information into relevant and actionable insights for customers, helping to differentiate CHG as a partner of choice and enhance our right to win new business. Works closely with CHG Procurement team to ensure ongoing commodity knowledge and updates to key customers (e.g., latest trends with wheat, flour, sugar, oils, etc.). Develops thorough understanding of target customer operational capabilities through direct involvement with Customer R&D and restaurant operations. Execute all required administrative work in timely fashion. Increases sales through key operators by identifying and contacting operators, presenting products and developing programs to solidify sales. Manage expenses to budget and submit monthly expense report. Minimum Job Requirements: Education/Certifications: Bachelors degree or equivalent Experience: A minimum of 5 years’ of foodservice sales experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Demonstrates leadership and possesses the ability to develop interdepartmental relationships Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of associates and customers ranging from entry level to executive level positions. Ability to manage multiple tasks, often with competing deadlines. Ability to prioritize projects and clearly communicate direction internally and externally Proficient use of computer and related software. Ability to update and influence internal stakeholders Maintain a positive” find a way” mindset, people who “roll up their sleeves” to help teammates, and drive customer opportunities. Supervisory Responsibilities: Work requires functioning as a lead worker, and includes training, instructing, and scheduling work. Working Conditions and Physical Effort: Travel - overnight travel may be required, 2-3 weeks per month to successfully execute the sales plan This role may involve occasional plant visits where exposure to manufacturing environments and the use of personal protective equipment is required. Expectations: Will demonstrate, promote, and exemplify the Company’s Core Values. At C.H. Guenther, we value transparency in compensation. By providing the salary range for this role, we aim to promote fairness and help candidates make informed choices about their career. The salary range for this role is: $93,598.00 - $173,668.00 Actual compensation may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, as well as geographic location. C.H. Guenther & Son will never offer or pay a wage or salary that is not compliant with applicable local, state, or federal pay laws, including minimum salary thresholds. We also offer a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, retirement savings options, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance programs, educational assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. For additional information about our company, go to www.chg.com. C.H. Guenther & Son and its subsidiaries are E-Verify participating employers. Click here for more information regarding E-verify. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the pre-employment screening process which includes a drug screen and review of criminal background and other records as required. AA/EEO/Drug-Free Employer C.H. Guenther is a growing, privately owned corporation that has delivered high quality products, traditional flavors and our just “baked from scratch” taste since 1851. We are a leading supplier of baked and frozen food products; appetizers, snacks and soups; gravies, sauces and seasonings; biscuits and more for foodservice and consumer markets in North America and Europe. Our well-loved retail brands such as Pioneer, White Wings, Sun-Bird and Cuisine Adventures have been included at family meals for generations. With a relentless pursuit of excellence, we develop innovative food solutions and create sustainable value for our people, our customers, and our communities. We accomplish this by deploying best in class capabilities and being an employer of choice. We strive for high-performance, with a positive attitude in all that we do. We are results driven, communicate openly and honestly, value diversity and foster long-term relationships. Our leaders are committed to nurturing our diverse talent, their ideas, and unique perspectives. We strive to harness the full potential of our most important resource – our people. Our heritage is driven by our commitment to the core values of integrity/respect, empowerment, accountability, collaboration, and agility. Our vision is to nourish society as a transformational leader in the future of food. Join us in our purpose to create memorable moments through the power of food!

Salary : $93,598 - $173,668