We9re looking for a driven salesperson to join our cheese sales team and grow our grocery and foodservice business across the West Coast. This is a role for someone who likes to build business, not just manage it. You9ll own key customer relationships while actively looking for new accounts, new distribution, and opportunities to expand Beecher9s with existing customers across both grocery and foodservice.
What You9ll Do- Own and grow Beecher9s cheese business across the West Coast
- Build strong relationships with grocery, foodservice, distributor, and specialty food customers
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities that align with our brand and growth goals
- Expand distribution, assortment, and sales with existing accounts
- Spend time in market with customers, distributors, and retailers to understand opportunities firsthand
- Use data and insights to make informed business decisions and identify growth opportunities
- Manage customer investments with a focus on sustainable growth and profitability
- Take ownership of your business, including key priorities, performance metrics, opportunities, and risks
- Serve as a passionate ambassador for Beecher9s, our products, and our mission
Who We9re Looking For- 3+ years of experience in CPG, grocery, specialty food, foodservice, or food distribution sales
- A track record of building business, growing accounts, and creating new opportunities
- You are energized by prospecting, relationship building, and being in the field
- You understand specialty foods and appreciate exceptional quality and craftsmanship
- Based in the Pacific Northwest and excited to travel throughout the West Coast region (50%+ travel)
- Self-directed, curious, accountable, and comfortable working independently
- Strong business acumen with a people-first approach
- Comfortable working with sales data, financials, and performance metrics
- Strong relationship-building and presentation skills
- Genuinely excited about great food and the people who make it
Compensation & BenefitsThe starting salary range for this position is between $115,000 - $125,000 per year, plus an annual bonus plan. Actual compensation will be determined by skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
We offer medical, dental, vision and life insurance premiums, along with 15 days paid time-off, 9 paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Employees enjoy a 35% employee discount at Sugar Mountain locations.
Commitment to Our CommunitiesSugar Mountain has created the Beecher9s Foundation, a non-profit funded by a portion of sales from companies under the Sugar Mountain umbrella. Aimed at educating people about the prevalence of food additives and their possible health risks, the Foundation is about giving people the tools they need to make healthy eating choices for life.
Sugar Mountain is a tobacco- free company.
