Company Local Purveyor

Boar's Head Brand•Montgomery, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Local Purveyor is responsible for creating legions of loyal Boar’s Head Brand fans by promoting Boar’s Head Brand products, protecting the Brand, and flawless execution of the Vision Process within the local market. The Local Purveyor is responsible for the management of a company-owned route including sales/business development, service and operational excellence, financial controls, and personnel management. This role is a unique opportunity to engage your entrepreneurial spirit while receiving support from organizational resources.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, college degree preferred
Experience working for a Local Purveyor or minimum 3+ years of experience in the food and beverage industry working with perishable products preferred
High school math competency, basic reasoning and computer skills
Ability to speak, read, and write English
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
ServSafe certification
DOT compliance and Safe Driver training
Product knowledge including species, flavor profile, product handling, slicing technique
Use of internal product and training tools (e.g. TRC, DOCK)
Warehouse operations (e.g. use of pallet jack, proper lifting techniques, product rotation, scale operation)
Slicer use, maintenance, and cleaning
Deli scale operation and sanitation
Proper slicing technique, product wrapping and handling

Responsibilities

Facilitate classroom training for retail partners ensuring a consistently exceptional deli experience for fans
Ensure deli associates receive required training within 90 days of hire
Develop and cultivate relationships with deli management to ensure ongoing support of Boar’s Head Brand service requirements, new product launches, and product placement
Become a strategic partner with deli management by supporting in-store/chain initiatives, understanding market/geographic changes, and recommending innovative solutions
Identify new channels for growth within independent retailer and foodservice markets and close new customers
Responsible for in-store merchandising execution including case set, pre-slice, and family foods
Responsible for updating monthly marketing materials and ensuring all signs, banners, POS materials, and decals are current, stocked, and in good condition
Work with internal Finance team to accurately forecast sales and create corresponding budget and business plan to achieve goals; provide explanation of variance to Director of Business Development & Finance
Complete business/settlement transactions with minimal error
Able to read and interpret financial information and leverage internal partners to develop and deploy strategies to positively impact route’s financial strength
Utilize reporting tools to evaluate and monitor business performance
End of Day settlement procedures, sales, credit, cash, collections, etc.
Recruit, manage, and develop Brand Associates and Brand Specialists
Establish and communicate performance expectations to meet route objectives
Provide training, coaching, and mentoring to route personnel to support ongoing professional development and career growth at Boar’s Head Brand