Wholesale Development Specialist-Division 5
About The Position
McKee Foods is seeking a Wholesale Development Specialist to join its Field Sales Organization team. This 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 position supports Field Sales Organization efforts related to Distributor performance and the addition of Multi-Location Distributorships and Focused locations. It also involves training the Field Sales Organization on Distributor Relations issues, including Location Builder and other wholesale distributor apps, and identifying Distributor Relations issues. The assigned location is currently in Division 5, with adjustments possible at the company’s discretion. The preferred candidate would live in or around Division 5 or be willing to relocate. Supported areas may include Arkansas, Mississippi, Louisiana, Alabama, and Missouri. The schedule is first shift, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with other hours as needed. Extensive travel, 80% to 90% of the time, is required.
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’ experience as a District Sales Representative or related experience.
Responsibilities
- Promote opportunities to expand wholesale distribution through the addition of Multi-Location Distributorships or traditional distributorships.
- Assist Region Managers with Distributor performance issues and market restructuring.
- 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.
Benefits
- Competitive weekly pay.
- Profit-sharing cash bonus program.
- 401(k) with matching contributions.
- 25 days Paid Time Off for vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.
- Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision, and prescription drug plan.
- Supplemental plans, including life insurance.
- Fully-paid parental leave.
- Mental wellness counseling (on-site in TN, 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
