Director of sales jobs in Cheektowaga, NY

Rich's, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $4 billion, Rich's is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich's-Infinite Possibilities. One Family. Purpose Statement The Regional Sales Manager will be responsible for the attainment of annual sales goals and objectives for all assigned accounts in alignment with the overall In-Store Bakey & Deli (ISBD) sales strategy. This professional will cover the southern Califonia region and other areas as needed Key Accountabilities and Outcomes * Achieve individual and market case/financial margin targets by executing division strategies and delivering a Rich Experience through well-refined local market plans. * Execute channel and account specific plans * Proactively create new selling opportunities specifically focused on accounts * Develop effective retail "pull-thru" marketing programs to support the needs of key retailers * Communicate/coordinate with Broker Partners to provide service to all assigned accounts in support of business building opportunities. * Clear understanding and articulation of chain's "value proposition" of services and support designed to provide our customer base with the tools required to allow for a focused effort on enhanced selling at retail. * Establish key relationships with assigned customers, focusing on senior management, merchandising, operations, procurement, and logistics. * Profitable execution and leadership of annual Business Plan development in conjunction with Corporate and Division objectives. This will include: * Overall account management with a focus on priority platform placements. * Solid direction and leadership to Broker Partners on objectives and profitability expectations. * Attainment of the annual sales goals and objectives. * Consistent and thorough utilization of system tools (e.g. Salesforce, Sales Discovery System, Blacksmith, etc.) in order to build and maintain a pipeline of opportunities and wins and drive accurate forecasting * Accurate and timely weekly sales reporting, focused on profitable growth with customers, brokers and marketplace information * Develop and implement a data driven selling approach utilizing Rich's best-in-class Data and Insights * Establish effective relationships with key Distributor contacts in the segment, where applicable. * Responsible for customer forecasting, pricing and acting as the key liaison between the customer order process and WHQ (World Headquarters) support teams. * Ability to work collaboratively with both Technical Counselors and peers. Ability to interact with customers via virtual platforms such as MS Teams, Zoom, Facetime, etc Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Bachelors degree in Business or related field strongly desired Minimum of 5 years of experience in sales, business development or related field in the Food Industry Minimum 3 years experience in retail channel - in-store bakery or deli experience preferred Excellent negotiation and presentation skills Solid verbal and written communication skills Self-starter and ability to work independently as well as on a team Solid understanding of P&L's and managing a budget PC proficiency to include Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and CRM. Salesforce preferred Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (e.g., product samples cases, etc.) Ability to stand for 6 or more hours during the workday (e.g., trade shows, product demonstrations, etc.) Ability to travel up to 75% within southern CA and other areas as needed. Overnights as needed. #CORP123 #LI-RT1 #SalesAC COMPENSATION In accordance with state law, the rate or range provided is Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, shift differential, and location. Annual Range/Hourly Rate $109,589.96 - $164,384.94 Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity, standing up for fairness and maintaining a culture of belonging, to provide an exceptional experience for all. We will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich's. Please contact Rich's Associate Experience Network at *************** if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process. BRINGING YOUR BEST SELF TO WORK. As a family-owned company, caring for our associates-their whole selves-is a top priority. That's why we provide benefits and tools to help our people balance the integration of work and life: * Competitive compensation * Health & financial benefits * Paid time off * Parental leave * Family planning support * Flexible work policy * Associate resource groups * Volunteering & community impact opportunities * Holiday gatherings * In-house taste tests (we are a food company after all)! It's all part of how we support our family of associates. Because in the company of family, all things are possible. MEET RICH'S. Rich's, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $3.8 billion, Rich's is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich's-Infinite Possibilities. One Family. Job Segment: Regional Manager, Marketing Manager, Sales Management, Sales Support, Management, Marketing, Sales