Regional Development Manager

Grande

$95K — $115K *
Food & Beverages
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field is required, with equivalent experience also considered.
  • A minimum of eight years in sales, particularly within the food industry, is essential.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships.
  • Deep understanding of small restaurant businesses is crucial.
  • Proven customer service skills are necessary for success.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities required.
  • Experience in teaching Insight-Based Selling techniques is beneficial.

Responsibilities

  • Lead sales execution within the Mid-South territory.
  • Develop and coach a frontline sales team using insight-based selling techniques.
  • Forge strong partnerships with distributors and key foodservice operators.
  • Drive strategic growth initiatives in the foodservice sector.
  • Analyze market trends and customer needs to drive sales effectiveness.

Benefits

  • Car stipend provided for travel within the territory.
  • Supportive environment fostering professional development and team coaching opportunities.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic Regional Development Manager to lead sales execution and team development across our Mid-South territory. This role focuses on driving strategic growth, coaching a frontline sales team in insight-based selling, and building strong partnerships with distributors and key foodservice operators. The ideal candidate will be a motivated leader with a deep understanding of the foodservice market and a passion for delivering results.

Territory: North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas, Alabama & Tennessee

Travel Requirement: Travel by car and/or air within assigned territory and to meetings as necessary. Estimated to be about 50% of the time.

Car Stipend: Yes

What you need to be considered for the role:

  • 4 Year / Bachelors Degree in Business or other related field required. An equivalent level of education and experience may be considered.
  • Eight (8) or more years of related sales experience required, preferably in the food industry.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and maintain positive relationships.
  • Strong small restaurant business acumen.
  • Strong customer service skills.
  • Strong critical thinking / problem solving skills.
  • Ability to teach Insight-Based Selling.
  • Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to use advanced mathematical concepts.
  • Substantial experience in demonstrating and promoting food products.


Preferred:

  • Three (3) or more years experience in leading teams and/or major projects preferred.
  • Restaurant and/or small business experience a plus.

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