Wholesale Development Specialist-Division 5

McKee Foods•Collegedale, TN

About The Position

McKee Foods is seeking a Wholesale Development Specialist to join its Field Sales Organization. The role promotes opportunities to expand wholesale distribution through the addition of Multi-Location Distributorships or traditional distributorships. The specialist also assists Region Managers with Distributor performance issues and market restructuring. The assigned location is currently in Division 5, with possible adjustments at the company’s discretion. The supported areas could include Arkansas, Mississippi, Louisiana, Alabama, and Missouri. Candidates are preferably located in or around Division 5 or willing to relocate. The position requires extensive travel, approximately 80% to 90% of the time. This is a salaried Grade 9 position paying $87,200–$100,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. The schedule is first shift, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with other hours as needed.

Requirements

One to two years of college or proven outstanding ability.
Three years of experience in this or a related field.
Thorough knowledge and understanding of the distribution of McKee Foods’ products.
Thorough knowledge and understanding of the business relationship between Wholesale Distributors and McKee Foods Corporation.
Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent analytical ability.
Ability to objectively understand conflicting viewpoints.
Demonstrated excellent relationship-building skills with Wholesale Distributors and McKee Representatives.
Acts in accordance with ethical standards.
Proven ability to work with confidential information.
Ability to plan and implement projects.
Ability to travel extensively (80% to 90% of the time).

Nice To Haves

College degree in Business Management or a related field.
Experience as an Independent Distributor.
A minimum of five years of experience as a District Sales Representative or related experience.

Responsibilities

Assist the Field Sales Organization with Distributor performance.
Assist the Field Sales Organization with adding Multi-Location Distributorships and focused locations.
Train the Field Sales Organization on Distributor Relations issues, including Location Builder and other wholesale distributor apps.
Identify Distributor Relations issues.
Assist Region Managers in addressing Distributor performance issues and restructuring markets.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay.
Profit-sharing cash bonus program.
401(k) with matching contributions.
25 days of paid time off for vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, and other uses.
Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
Supplemental plans, including life insurance.
Fully paid parental leave.
Mental wellness counseling, on-site in Tennessee and virtual elsewhere.
Health Center and Pharmacy.
Tuition reimbursement.
Credit Union.
Exercise and recreation facility.
Wellness programs with incentives.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability benefits.