Regional Sales Representative / Manager

Our client, a well-established Seafood Manufacturer that operates its own fishing, processing, drying and smoking operations, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Regional Sales Representative / Manager. This company's products include cold smoked and hot smoked salmon. They take pride in delivering high-quality seafood to Club Stores, Independent, and Chain Retail Grocery stores. As part of the team, you will enjoy employer-paid medical, dental, vision and 401k benefits.

The Regional Sales Representative is a key role in expanding the company's seafood sales to retail accounts and their distributors. You will be responsible for developing and implementing sales plans and strategies, and for budgeting and forecasting for all accounts and products. This is a role that requires a strategic thinker, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a team to achieve goals.

Responsibilities for this role include:

• Working with brokers and support staff to achieve sales objectives.
• Recommending pricing strategies and promotional programs for key customers in the assigned territory.
• Managing key accounts and leading all communication between the account and the team responsible for business development.
• Driving packaged seafood sales to retail accounts and their distributors, including specialty seafood and value-added products.
• Assisting in the selection, training, and development of new brokers.
• Attending trade shows.

Please note that this role requires an estimated 30% travel, and successful candidates will be required to pass drug and background checks.

Qualifications for this role include:

• A minimum of 3+ years of experience in retail grocery seafood sales.
• Experience selling smoked salmon is preferred.
• Experience selling packaged seafood to retail grocery is required.
• Experience selling to Retail Grocery, Club Stores, Independent Chains, and Distributors.
• Experience working with brokers.
• Proximity to a major airport.

If you are a motivated individual with a proven track record in seafood sales and a passion for excellence, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join a company that values quality, integrity, and a shared commitment to exceptional customer service.