VP, Sales

VP, Sales

We Deliver the Goods :

Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more

Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system

Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Summary :

Responsible for planning, developing, and managing all sales and marketing activities necessary to successfully market products and services to customers. Also, responsible for establishing sales territories and goals, determination of product line, price management, sales, promotion, staff development, training, and market research. Effectively manage assigned personnel. Functions as a team member within the department and cross-functions, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Position Responsibilites :

Supervise associates to include, but not limited to : staffing, training, coaching, performance management and problem resolution.

Attain targeted profit margins as determined by business goals. Increase sales growth with acceptable levels of gross margins as determined by business goals. Increase market share for products and services. Demonstrate awareness of customer needs and establishes processes and procedures to effectively meet those needs.

Develop interpersonal relationships which encourage openness, candor and trust, both internally and externally.

Deliver and present proposals to key customers. Meet with suppliers when necessary. Provide informative and professional assistance when working with the public / customers / vendors and coworkers.

Work with senior management in developing and executing plans, establishing direction and evaluating company performance. Develop marketing plans. Review and recommend policy and procedure changes. Participate in the strategic planning process of the company.

Implement sales processes which are efficient and integrated with the other departments so as to present a "seamless" operation to the customer.

Attend and present information at sales meetings. Conduct and participate in committee meetings. Attend trade association meetings. Plan food shows and seminars.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications :

High School Diploma or Equivalent

6 - 10 Years Foodservice industry sales or related area with supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications :

Bachelors : Business management, sales / marketing or related area.

10 Years+ Foodservice industry sales with supervisory / management experience.

Company Description :

Cheney Brothers recognizes the prosperity of our company is built on the efforts of our employees. We offer a high-impact, supportive culture enabling immensely talented people to be brilliant at what they do. Our Cheney Brothers family of over 3,000 dedicated associates have access to world-class leadership and learning experiences, comprehensive benefit packages and endless opportunities to grow their career. We know the best way to back our customers is to back our people. Join our innovative family of industry leaders who never stop investing in the future.