Retail Sales Manager, Northeast

Clemens Food Group LLC • Hatfield Township, PA

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About The Position

Clemens Food Group is seeking a Regional Retail Sales Manager to drive growth across its retail portfolio in the Northeast. The role owns and executes sales strategies to expand distribution, strengthen customer relationships, and increase market share among East Coast retailers. The manager uses data-driven insights, industry expertise, and partnerships to deliver results in the competitive protein category, while working with a high degree of autonomy. The preferred location is the Northeast or New England, and travel across the territory is required up to 40%.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience selling into retail, preferably within meat or protein.
• Experience working with corporate retail buyers at the headquarters level.
• Proven ability to independently manage and grow a sales territory.
• Strong understanding of the retail meat industry and category dynamics.
• Proficiency in fact-based selling using syndicated data such as Circana and Nielsen.
• Excellent communication, relationship management, and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Increase distribution and optimize assortment of Clemens Food Group’s retail portfolio.
• Develop new business and grow existing retail accounts across the Northeast.
• Build and maintain relationships with key retail buyers and decision-makers.
• Sell a full line of fresh and value-added pork products.
• Develop and deliver sales presentations and business proposals.
• Manage broker relationships and provide product and sales training.
• Use syndicated data, including Circana and Nielsen, to identify opportunities and drive strategy.
• Execute promotional plans and evaluate performance to improve return on investment.
• Identify competitive threats and category opportunities.
• Collaborate cross-functionally on forecasting, budgeting, private label development, and sales planning.
• Maintain CRM records of customer interactions, opportunities, and activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed