District Sales Representative - Rochester, NY

McKee Foods Corporation
medical insurance, life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), profit sharing, company vehicle
United States, Tennessee, Collegedale
10260 McKee Road (Show on map)
Nov 18, 2024
Join America's favorite family bakery since 1934-home of Little Debbie, Drake's Cakes, and Sunbelt Bakery Granola Bars. Work with legacy brands that bring smiles to faces nationwide, including yours. You'll experience a culture committed to work-life balance, guaranteed time off, and supportive health and wellness offerings. Enjoy profit sharing, long-term job security, and a range of exciting career paths. When you join McKee Foods, you'll discover a better way to live and work. Pay Salaried grade 8 $77,900 - $88,900/ year, depending on experience and qualifications. Actual salaries may vary and in some cases may be higher with extensive experience and strong performance. Schedule Monday - Friday, 40+ hours (start the day early, often prior to sunrise) Location The central location and ideal residency for the incumbent is in or around: Rochester, NY and surrounding towns District Coverage Rochester, NY Job Summary Join McKee Foods as a District Sales Representative and drive sales growth in your assigned district. Collaborate with independent wholesale distributors and retailers, foster relationships, and identify lucrative sales opportunities. Be the face of McKee Foods, motivating and supporting wholesale distributors, and ensuring the success of our products in the marketplace. Responsibilities Foster sales growth through collaboration with independent wholesale independent distributors and retailers Cultivate strong business relationships with distributors and retailers Act as a liaison between McKee Foods, wholesale independent distributors, and retailers Motivate existing wholesalers to expand sales Recruit and appoint competent candidates to distributorships Provide orientation for new distributors and communicate best business practices Manage and develop a company sales territory as necessary Ensure daily operation and maintenance of a company vehicle Adhere to established business conduct practices Maintain regular communication with supervision Complete reports and assignments in a timely manner Serve as a professional representative of McKee Foods in the marketplace Required Qualifications Minimum of one to two years of post-high school education or equivalent experience Three years of retail management or sales experience Previous customer service experience across diverse situations Capable of lifting and moving up to 25 pounds Ability to draw conclusions from data, prepare and deliver sales presentations Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment Experience in establishing strong business relationships High level of initiative, self-motivation and independence with a goal-oriented mindset Excellent communication skills Proficiency in MS Office applications and mobile technology Willingness to travel extensively within or outside of the assigned district Ability to operate a box truck weighing more than 10,000 pounds when needed Valid driver's license and clean driving record High level of personal integrity and professionalism Preferred Qualifications College degree in a business-related field Three years of sales experience in consumer packaged goods (CPG) and/or Direct Store Delivery (DSD) industry Proven experience in making sales calls with retailers (store level and headquarters) Ability to complete a DOT physical examination Benefits Company sales vehicle provided Cell phone allowance Laptop provided/iPad reimbursement available Business expense reimbursement Competitive weekly pay Profit-sharing cash bonus program 401(k) with matching contributions 19 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 Tuition reimbursement Credit Union Wellness programs with incentives Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Short-term and long-term disability benefits (company-paid) EOE, including disability/veterans