Region Sales Manager - FL, SE, US Military/Alternate Channels

Company: Aldon Food Corporation
Location: Jacksonville
Posted on: September 1, 2024

Job Description:

Don's Prepared Foods is the leading manufacturer on the East Coast of prepared gourmet deli salads, gourmet cream cheese spreads, dips, entr--e's and more.Don's is a family-owned business located in Schwenksville, PA and manufactures over 130 products spanning across its three brands Don's Salads, Melanie's Medleys and Artisan Deli. We are currently hiring for a Region Sales Manager who will be responsible for Florida, Southeast region, US Military & alternate channels. The ideal candidate would reside in Jacksonville, Tampa, Miami, Orlando (central or north Florida). Travel would be 40-45%.Job responsibilities:Responsible for the sales of products or services in the Florida & Southeast regions, US Military & Alternate Channels by building product awareness and drive sales. Act as a main point of contact with existing sales accounts in Florida, Southeast, US Military & Alternate Channels.Manage all existing accounts / distributors and builds a network of sources from which to identify new accounts / distributors. Manage activities of each account.Increase volume on existing accounts.Sell-in new item launch and core items as needed to both the account and end users. Manage local trade spending programs; marketing contracts, slotting, and show allowances. Make end user sales calls and find new end users for our products driving incremental sales volume. Work with distributor representatives to increase sales, educate and inspire them to sell Don's every day. Work closely with Don's internal teams to outline and clarify requirements, ensure products are built to specifications, and address technical limitations without comprising product vision. Manage all food shows, show allowances and food show paperwork. Accompany the team to trade shows and help with sampling when needed. Communicate and implement any price changes as needed. Assist in penetrating new markets as needed and assist with national trade shows.Communicate success stories, key learning's, and other activities to the VP of Sales.Manage Military Broker - IMT (Base Feeding), CONUS, DECA, OCONUS, JSVP, Air Force, etc.Manage Airline opportunities that arise in the Southeast.Follow all employee related rules, regulations, and safety policies.
Benefits package includes:

• Competitive starting pay.
  • Health Insurance (PPO) available after 60 days of employment.
  • Dental Insurance available after 60 days of employment.
  • Company paid Group Life, AD&D and Short Term Disability insurance available after 90 days of employment.
  • Colonial Life Supplemental Insurance.
  • 9 Paid holidays and PTO.
  • 401K available after 90 days of employment (50% company match). Must pass a pre-employment criminal background screening. Aldon Food Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran.
    
    
    
    
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