Regional Sales Manager - Retail - Costco

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• Manages Smithfield's broker relationships to increase distribution of product lines.
• Trains and monitors the sales activities of broker representatives to ensure consistency in selling products.
• Plans for regional sales and assists with sales proposal developments, sales presentations and sales calls.
• Provides sales training to brokers on new and existing products for sales presentations.
• Directs broker team through meeting attendance and works within market to drive company initiatives in store.

• Meets directly with customers and key decision makers to maintain and increase sales of Smithfield products.
• Develops and makes formal presentations and/or proposals.
• Provides samples and may demonstrate the use of specific items as part of the sales process.
• Determines and drives execution of key programs based on regions' needs and requirements (sales incentives, account specific marketing programs, etc.).

• Implements and executes Smithfield sales plans to promote product lines.
• Customizes plans to meet the local and regional marketing cultures.
• Assists sales and brokers in developing and executing sales promotions of products.
• Utilizes syndicated data and all resources to drive sales plans.

• Maintains coordination with integral company functions to ensure sales objectives are met.

May perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 5+ years' relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• Minimum of 2+ years' experience in a position of leadership to include team development and management, required.
• Must understand the dynamics of the Consumer Packaged Goods industry.
• Must have a solid understanding of customer focused and fact based selling, including IRI, Neilsen and Perishable Group data.
• Understanding of product cuttings – comfort and knowledge of product attributes.
• Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• High level of written and verbal communication skills, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and adaptability.
• Knowledge and experience with Apple software, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• SAP experience, preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Willing and able to travel at least 50%.
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

• Provides leadership and guidance to Senior Sales Account Managers, Sales Account Managers or Sales Representatives.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and assisting in providing appropriate resolutions.

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non‑job characteristic as directed by law.

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