A Business Development Manager identifies new business opportunities and clients for a company, and develops marketing and sales strategies to help grow a company's business. Builds customer relationships and partnerships and negotiates business deals. Works with senior marketing and sales staff to increase sales opportunities.
Poplar Bluff and surrounding areas Company Description Pepsi MidAmerica is a family-owned company with a rich tradition of investing in community goodwill. Our family of over 900 members spans Illinois, Missouri, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Arkansas. We are currently looking to expand our membership so that we can continue to build the relationships that have defined our company for over 85 years. As Pepsi MidAmerica continues to grow, leadership will be needed. In preparation for this growth, we are looking for strong candidates with exceptional leadership skills. Job Description Pepsi MidAmerica is looking for a highly motivated, aggressive, & self-driven Professional MIT to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to develop innovative strategies to achieve sales goals, as well as make meaningful connections with our customers. Pepsi MidAmerica is seeking local, enthusiastic individuals to join our sales and management team and help build customer relations in your local area. The Professional Sales Manager position would require, but is not limited to, the following skill sets and responsibilities: Develops a close relationship with Store Managers and ensures that all accounts are maintained consistently with our policies. Interpersonal skills to work with a wide variety of people daily, build and maintain relationships, and network. Confidence and strong self-assuredness to succeed in maintaining relationships with existing customers, as well as building relationships with prospective customers. Strong communication skills to clearly convey the attributes and benefits of products and services to existing and potential customers. Customer service and sales skills to listen to the concerns and needs of a customer, and the ability to address their needs. Physical endurance, and the ability to be on one's feet, and travel as business dictates. Ability to identify prospective customers, generate leads, and convert competitor accounts. Contact new and existing customers to discuss needs. Emphasize the features of products and services, and answer customer and potential customer questions regarding products and services. Negotiate product and service pricing and terms and prepare sales agreements. Collaborate with colleagues from many different sectors of the Pepsi MidAmerica Team. Create and maintain contact lists and follow up with customers to maintain and build relationships. Meet and exceed customer service expectations. Maintain professional relationships with co-workers and customers. Maintain Pepsi MidAmerica standards, while creating sales opportunities in designated accounts and prospective accounts.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously Analyze situations & problem solving Constant involvement with all activities in the department Regular training, evaluation, and development of personnel Create & manage relationships with customers of Pepsi MidAmerica positively represent Pepsi MidAmerica at all times
Qualifications:
2+ years of management experience recommended Ability to work and multitask in a fast-paced environment Basic computer skills such as Microsoft Office, online research, and typing/editing reports If you are interested in exploring new opportunities and have a willingness to grow with a stable, family-owned company, then apply to Pepsi MidAmerica today! Apply Today! Online application and assessment can be located at www.careermapping.com/pepsimidamerica Or please apply in person at 665 W Outer Rd Poplar Bluff, MO 63901 Pepsi MidAmerica is an Equal Opportunity Employer
