Manager, Business Development

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Primary responsibilities include analyzing new business opportunities, evaluating existing customer profitability, and contributing to new business strategy and feasibility planning.

• Acquire and validate data from prospective new customers.
• Provide relevant data and direction to Distribution Services, Purchasing, Procurement, Operations, and Finance to analyze the impact of the new business.
• Validate the reasonability of the departmental input and modify it as necessary.
• Proforma the new business.
• Assist in preparation of RFP submissions.
• Participate as requested in meetings with potential new customers to obtain data and explain proposals.
• Analyze the profitability of existing customers and recommend new fees upon the expiration of existing contracts.
• Proforma “what if” scenarios to improve the company’s profitability.
• Continually refine the proforma process to improve accuracy and timeliness.
• Participate in the company’s strategic planning.
• Other duties as assigned or necessary.

• Education: 4‑year degree in business, marketing or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years in sales or the food distribution industry.

Must be able to communicate clearly via telephone and personal contact with customers and other company personnel.

Must be able to read at a distance close to the eyes. Driving requires distance vision.

Occasional travel by automobile and air is required.

Automobile, personal computer with Microsoft Office Suite knowledge.

Valid driver’s license and certificate of auto insurance as defined in Company Policy.

Entry level

Full‑time

Business Development and Sales

Wholesale Food and Beverage