About this opportunity
McKee Foods Corporation lists this District Sales Representative - Baltimore, MD opportunity in collegedale, Tennessee. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Join America's favorite family bakery since 1934-home of Little Debbie, Drake's Cakes, and Sunbelt Bakery Granola Bars. Work with legacy brands that bring smiles to faces nationwide, including yours. You'll experience a culture committed to work-life balance, guaranteed time off, and supportive health and wellness offerings. Enjoy profit sharing, long-term job security, and a range of exciting career paths. When you join McKee Foods, you'll discover a better way to live and work.
Pay
Salaried grade 8
$79,500 - $90,700/ year, depending on experience and qualifications. Actual salaries may vary and in some cases may be higher with extensive experience and strong performance.
Schedule
Monday - Friday, 40+ hours (start the day early, often prior to sunrise)
Location
The central location and ideal residency for the incumbent is in or around:
Baltimore, MD
District Coverage
Montgomery, Howard, Carroll, MD and Baltimore Counties and portions of Baltimore City
Job Summary
Join McKee Foods as a District Sales Representative and drive sales growth in your assigned district. Collaborate with independent wholesale distributors and retailers, foster relationships, and identify lucrative sales opportunities. Be the face of McKee Foods, motivating and supporting wholesale distributors, and ensuring the success of our products in the marketplace.
Responsibilities
Foster sales growth through collaboration with independent wholesale independent distributors and retailers
Cultivate strong business relationships with distributors and retailers
Act as a liaison between McKee Foods, wholesale independent distributors, and retailers
Motivate existing wholesalers to expand sales
Recruit and appoint competent candidates to distributorships
Provide orientation for new distributors and communicate best business practices
Manage and develop a company sales territory as necessary
Ensure daily operation and maintenance of a company vehicle
Adhere to established business conduct practices
Maintain regular communication with supervision
Complete reports and assignments in a timely manner
Temporary and occasional operation of an open location
Serve as a professional representative of McKee Foods in the marketplace
Required Qualifications
Minimum of one to two years of post-high school education or equivalent experience
Three years of retail management or sales experience
Previous customer service experience across diverse situations
Capable of lifting and moving up to 25 pounds
Ability to draw conclusions from data, prepare and deliver sales presentations
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Experience in establishing strong business relationships
High level of initiative, self-motivation and independence with a goal-oriented mindset
Excellent communication skills
Proficiency in MS Office applications and mobile technology
Willingness to travel extensively within or outside of the assigned district
Ability to operate a box truck weighing more than 10,000 pounds when needed
Valid driver's license and clean driving record
High level of personal integrity and professionalism
Preferred Qualifications
College degree in a business-related field
Three years of sales experience in consumer packaged goods (CPG) and/or Direct Store Delivery (DSD) industry
Proven experience in making sales calls with retailers (store level and headquarters)
Ability to complete a DOT physical examination
Benefits
Company sales vehicle provided
Cell phone allowance
Laptop provided/iPad reimbursement available
Business expense reimbursement
Competitive weekly pay
Profit-sharing cash bonus program
401(k) with matching contributions
19 days Paid Time Off (for vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.)
Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and prescription drug plan
Supplemental plans, including life insurance
Fully-paid parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Credit Union
Wellness programs with incentives
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Short-term and long-term disability benefits (company-paid)
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
Who can apply
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