Sales Manager

at Carl Buddig & Company in Homewood, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Description

Company Summary:
Carl Buddig and Company is a legacy in the meat manufacturing industry with a rich heritage spanning over 80 years. Established as a family-owned enterprise, we have grown into a leading producer of quality meat products, including our renowned lunchmeats, ready-to-eat cooked meats under the Kingsford, LLC division, and savory snack meats from Old Wisconsin.
As a third-generation family business, our success is deeply rooted in our commitment to quality, innovation, and community. Over the decades, we have expanded our reach and capabilities, now employing 2,500 dedicated team members across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana. Our growth trajectory continues to accelerate, with significant expansion anticipated in the next five years, driven by our vision for excellence and our dedication to meeting the evolving tastes of our consumers.
Carl Buddig and Company prides itself on fostering an awesome culture where teamwork and innovation are at the core of everything we do. We believe in creating an environment that encourages creativity and collaboration, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute to our shared goals.
Our connection to the communities we serve goes beyond business. We are deeply committed to philanthropy and actively support numerous charitable initiatives and organizations. Whether it's through direct contributions, volunteer efforts, or community partnerships, we strive to make a positive impact and give back to the neighborhoods that have supported us for generations.
Join us at Carl Buddig and Company, where tradition meets innovation, and where our passion for quality meat products is matched only by our dedication to our people and communities.
Position Summary: Assist Southeast Senior Sales Manager to drive sales growth and build strong customer relationships. You will represent our company's products/services to existing and prospective clients, as well as managing a network of brokers that support our sales goals and objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Sales Growth: Achieve and exceed sales targets by making sales calls to grocery store groups and distributors. This includes making sales and new item presentations.
Customer Relationship Management: Develop an understanding of customer needs and preferences.
Market Analysis: Conduct market research and analysis to identify new opportunities and trends.
Promotional Planning: Create promotional planners to execute company and brand initiatives.
Collaboration: Work closely with the other sales team members to align sales strategies with company objectives and product offerings, as well as our customer service and operations teams.
Reporting: Maintain accurate sales records and reports using internal sales software, providing regular updates on sales activities and forecasts.
Budgeting: Manage and process promotional budgets, including check requests, and customer deductions.
Travel: Travel 50-60% with company car with approximate 3 overnights a week in peak season.
Qualifications:
Proven track record in sales, ideally within consumer goods industry.
Strong presentation and management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Associates or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field preferred.
Basic MS Office intermediate skills in Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Teams.
Must have the physical ability to address customer as well as company needs. Needs to include extensive travel, food show attendance and in-store work.
Benefits:
Competitive salary, commission structure, and company vehicle.
Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, retirement plans, and more.
Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
Job Location:
Remote Position- Preferred if individual lives in Charlotte, NC but open to Southeast area.
Join Our Team: If you are passionate about compensation and benefits, enjoy analyzing data, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply for the Compensation and Benefits Analyst position at Carl Buddig and Company. Help us continue to grow and support our employees while delivering quality products to our customers.

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Carl Buddig and Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.  All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.  

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