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Sales Manager - Meat and Seafood
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A Sales Manager plans and directs sale of products or services to customers. Coordinates sales distribution. Establishes sales territories, quotas and/or goals for staff, and provides training for sales representatives. Analyzes sales data to monitor customer preferences and develops strategies for increasing sales..
$118,678 / year median in California
-5% projected decline
Job Description
Job Overview We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Sales Manager specializing in Meat and Seafood to lead our sales initiatives within the food distribution and retail sectors. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop and execute strategic sales plans, foster strong customer relationships, and drive business growth in a competitive market. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for food industry sales, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven track record of exceeding sales targets through innovative strategies and team management. As a key member of our sales leadership team, you will influence the expansion of our meat and seafood product lines while ensuring customer satisfaction and operational excellence. Compensation for this role will be base pay, plus any applicable commission. Duties Develop comprehensive sales strategies targeting B2B clients in the meat and seafood industry to meet or surpass revenue goals. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with existing clients while actively pursuing new business opportunities through outside sales efforts. Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, logistics, and product development teams to align sales initiatives with company objectives. Build and maintain strong relationships with major wholesale clients, distributors, and retailers, ensuring long-term partnerships. Ensure customer satisfaction by addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and offering tailored solutions. Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with clients to maximize revenue and optimize profitability. Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments to adapt sales tactics proactively and identify new avenues for growth. Skills Extensive experience in outside sales within the food industry or related sectors, with a focus on meat and seafood products. Proven management skills with experience leading business development management teams or sales strategy development teams. Familiarity with ERP software and sales analytics tools. Exceptional business development abilities with a focus on enterprise selling, account management, and deal closing at an executive level. Expertise in B2B sales environments combined with excellent negotiation skills and customer relationship building capabilities. Demonstrated leadership in managing sales teams, developing talent, and driving team performance toward meeting or exceeding ambitious sales goals. Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data sets using analysis skills to inform strategic planning. Strong communication skills for client engagement, customer service excellence, and cross-functional collaboration across departments. Bilingual English and Chinese or Vietnamese (highly preferred). Join us as we expand our footprint in the meat and seafood market by leading innovative sales strategies that deliver exceptional value to our clients!