Sales C-Stores Manager

Purpose of Position:

This position will be a valued member of the National Convenience Store Sales team with:

• Assigned account responsibilities
• Demonstrated ability to increase sales through collaboration with current customer base
• Ability to work closely with our national network of processing facilities and distribution centers on any issues or opportunities pertaining to Convenience Store customers.

Accountabilities:

• Develop existing customer base to grow sales volumes and profits for department, including generating new ideas to assist the Convenience Store Sales team drive/maximize sales and profits.
• Initiate, develop, execute, service and manage sales for designated accounts across total product offering
• Communicate with customers on all aspects of orders processed; production, documents required, final delivery and billing info
• Must understand overall company sales priorities and work in a collaborative way to support the highest overall company profitability
• Manage select accounts and provide backup capacity to handle accounts when shorthanded.
• Work with internal and external departments to resolve issues (i.e. payment deductions, service level disputes, quality concerns, etc.) and be able to report on resolution.

Minimum Skills Required:

• Must be a team player with a can-do attitude
• 5+ years of experience in the fresh produce industry
• Experience working with convenience stores, foodservice distributors, wholesalers, and retailers
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the proven ability to work with customers and team members at all levels
• Must be able to develop new business while continuing to manage accounts
• General understanding of receivables and deductions
• College Degree (in a related field) from an accredited institution, and/or equivalent work experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (i.e. Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook) - SAP and Power BI a plus.

*** Please note: This position does not qualify for relocation expenses**

DEL MONTE FRESH PRODUCE IS AN EEO/AA/V/H