Market Sales Leader

Bimbo Bakeries USA•Columbia, SC

19h•$63,500 - $82,500

About The Position

The Market Sales Leader is responsible for achieving sales objectives and growing the overall business by leading execution of Direct Store Delivery Excellence (DSDE) best practices in the market. The role establishes store-level growth plans connected to Zone objectives for revenue, freshness, and realization; builds customer relationships aligned with those plans; and communicates and reviews plans quarterly with business partners to identify opportunities and action plans. The position executes growth opportunities to increase market share for strategic brands and uses sales data tools to support effective decisions with frontline salespeople and drive brand growth with customers through new space and displays. Bimbo Bakeries USA offers a safe and inclusive work environment that values diversity, supports associate development, and encourages associates to bring their authentic selves to work. The position has a stated salary range of $63,500–$82,500. Actual starting salary depends on internal pay equity, relevant experience, and qualifications.

Requirements

High school diploma required; a combination of education, training, and experience demonstrating competency may be substituted.
Must be at least 21 years old.
Three to five years of related experience in customer relations or sales.
At least six months of experience leading and influencing others; a combination of training and experience demonstrating competency may be substituted.
Computer proficiency, specifically in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
Valid driver's license with a safe driving record.
Ability to acquire and maintain a DOT Medical card.
Ability to read and speak English sufficiently to converse with the public, understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries, and make entries on reports and records, consistent with U.S. Department of Transportation regulations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

Achieve sales objectives and grow the overall business by leading execution of Direct Store Delivery Excellence (DSDE) best practices in the market.
Establish store-level growth plans aligned with Zone objectives for revenue, freshness, and realization.
Build customer relationships that align with planned store-level growth goals.
Communicate plans and conduct quarterly reviews with business partners to identify opportunities and action plans.
Execute growth opportunities to increase market share for strategic brands through DSDE best practices.
Use sales data tools to support effective decisions with frontline salespeople and drive brand growth with customers through acquisition of new space and displays.