Job Description:
Under the direction of the GM or VP of Sales, the Director of Sales is responsible for meeting revenues, profit and volume goals. Maintaining daily business with existing accounts and developing new business opportunities as the markets avail for all North America. Experience with Chilean and Peruvian import business desirable.
Compensation/Salary:
DOE
Requirements:
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10 -15 years sales and marketing experience; 4-8 years in sales positions directly related to fresh food product sales.Chilean and Peruvian import business experience is desirable.
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Proven success in managing sales territories/regions.
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Strategic ability in account management, with a focus on growing profitable sales for the customer and Dole.
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Must be able to understand customer product demands and update forecasting systems appropriately.
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The ability to identify problems and have diverse problem solving skills that rectify problems in a quick fashion.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
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Able to negotiate profitable sales agreements with key personnel that prove successful for all involved.
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General knowledge of the P&L with ability to create and manage a working sales/product budget.
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Maintain current knowledge of industry trends and product development.
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Knowledge and ability to use basic software systems such as Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook as part of the daily job function.
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Excellent knowledge of deciduous quality criteria, defects, and factors that cause defects.
Responsibilities & Duties:
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Primary job function will be to manage the day-to-day contact with existing customers, maintaining a constant flow of Dole products into each customer’s facilities at a price that meets or exceeds budgeted goals.
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Other duties include product allocation when demand exceeds supply, handling and processing of sales allowances and work closely with AR in the collection of monies.
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In conjunction with the GM or VP its focus will also include
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Assist in obtain new business and monitor sales support systems to ensure business retention, establish and enforce accountability.
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Sharing responsible for strategic planning with GM or VP, including prospecting and developing sales distribution strategies that grow volume selling Dole products.
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Develop rapport with decision makers to ensure continued business.
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Execute training, promotional, distribution and positioning strategies in coordination with Dole sales force.
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Determine pricing strategies that insure profitability from all customers.
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Provides feedback to GM or VP on account activities, needs and opportunities.
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Ability to cover accounts of other coworkers in their absence.
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Other duties as assigned.
Education:
BS, Business or related field preferred; equivalent experience may be acceptable
