Since 1933, Vine Line Produce has been delivering fresh fruits and vegetables to our valued partners throughout the Midwest. Our goal is to collaborate and build solid relations in the produce industry, allowing us to understand our partners needs and services, so that we can support them in all things produce. Vine Line continues to be an organization built on generations of hard working, ethical, and humble families who are dedicated to building relationships by taking care of our customers. We look forward to adding to our team and continuing our growth.
Essential Functions:
- Foster a culture of gross margin consciousness, unprecedented customer service, proper cost to serve, and maximum profitability.
- Continuously evaluate and evolve product and program offerings to drive performance and market relevancy.
- Implement key behaviors and process for growing and maintaining sales performance in all areas.
- Identify, present negotiate and develop products/programs with marketing and sales.
- Execute performance scorecards at individual, department, and organizational level(s).
- Review all products and programs to determine if purchasing direct, aligning with IFC, or moving to a new alternative is the appropriate action for VLP.
- Foster a culture of gross margin consciousness, unprecedented customer service, proper cost to serve, and maximum profitability.
- Maintain a high level of energy and enthusiasm.
- Execute key strategic initiatives within department and cross-functionally.
Competencies, Education, and Skills to be Successful:
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a related field. MBA or equivalent preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in a senior management position, preferably as a President or similar role.
- Proficient PC skills in CRM and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, Microsoft Office (particularly Excel), and common E Mail system.
- Start-Up Smart (willing to do what’s needed whenever and wherever needed).
- Intellectual horsepower (highly analytical & strategic).
- Highly resourceful (stretches people and money; compresses time).
- Strong relationship management and interpersonal skills (high EQ).
- Influencing skills (proven ability to persuade others towards an idea or goal).
Physical Demands:
- Work in cold and wet cooler conditions for extended periods of time.
- Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
- Travel as needed.
- Stand or sit for long periods of time.
Compensation Structure:
- Base Salary + Bonus
Benefits:
- Health & Welfare Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverages)
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Company cellphone and laptop
- Career Advancement Opportunity
- Weekly Pay
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or another legally protected status.
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