Summary

Responsible for growing and developing all aspects of profitable cookie sales at Neighbors. They will work closely with Customers, RGM, and Marketing to develop products and programs to drive profitable growth. They will work closely with each customer and broker to develop individual customer business plans. They will work to expand distribution in white space customers.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

· Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

· Sales and Customer focused.

· Works to develop and drive new customers, products, and cookie dough categories.

· The Neighbors team is working to grow business in the following formats Retail (Branded and Private Label), BtoB, and Fund Raising.

· Works with Marketing, RGM, and Sales VP to plan the Neighbors business annually and quarterly, setting the following year's sales goals.

· Develops customer-focused business plans with growth objectives with customers to hit growth goals.

· Works with brokers to develop, plan and secure new business.

· Coordinates collaboration & Communication with customers & brokers on costing, marketing, and revenue.

· Maintain direct relationships with key customers, directly owning some calls.

Knowledge/Skills

The desired skills are outlined below:

· Build compelling presentations in PowerPoint.

· Written and verbal communication skills

· Advanced knowledge of customer service practices and problem-resolution techniques

· Excel Knowledge

· Negotiating training or six years of customer negotiating experience

· Basic Computer knowledge

· Problem-solving skills

· Intermediate mathematical skills

· Organization skills

Abilities

The desired abilities are outlined below:

Ability to work alone or in small groups.

Ability to multi-task

Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Must be able to pass a drug test.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to work long hours, as needed.

Ability to pay attention to details.

Ability to collaborate and report to management.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in business management, business administration, or other business field is required.

2. At least six years of experience in grocery sales experience.

3. At least two to three years of working with grocery brokers.

4. Food Service experience and new product ideation a plus

5. Omni Channel marketing and sales strategy experience is a plus.

Work Authorization

If hired, all employees are required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States within 72 hours of their start date.

Other Duties

This job description is management’s depiction of the role and is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, or activities may change at any time with or without notice, and employees may be given additional responsibilities which are not included on this list, as required.

Travel: 20-40%

Flexible work from home options available.