Business Management Associate, Foodservice Sales - Campus Recruiting

Business Management Associate, Foodservice Sales At General Mills

General Mills makes food the world loves. The company is guided by its Accelerate strategy to boldly build its brands, relentlessly innovate, unleash its scale and stand for good. General Mills operates in more than 100 countries and markets more than 100 consumer brands, including Cheerios, Nature Valley, Blue Buffalo, Hagen-Dazs, Old El Paso, Pillsbury, Betty Crocker, Totino's, Annie's, Wanchai Ferry and more. Headquartered in Minneapolis, General Mills generated fiscal 2026 net sales U.S. $18 billion.

North America Foodservice (NAF) business segment competes in the growing away-from-home food market in the US and Canada. Our mission is to create growth away from home together for operators in diverse channels including K-12 schools, colleges & universities, restaurants, bakeries, pizzerias, hospitals, hotels and senior living facilities.

What Will I Do?

• NAF's rotational program provides early career experiences as you jumpstart your career at General Mills, along with the ability to experience two distinct sales paths. One rotation at World Headquarters (WHQ) and another in a field-based selling role as a Customer Account Specialist (CAS) in a location outside of WHQ. Depending on business need, you may begin either at World Headquarters (WHQ) or directly in a field-based selling role as a Customer Account Specialist (CAS).
• Selling and Influencing: Build core selling skills and product knowledge through a structured curriculum and hands-on customer and field experiences
• Business Analytics and Problem Solving: Learn to use business dynamics and analytical tools to uncover opportunities, develop solution-based insights and influence decision-makers
• Sales Support and Strategy: Apply your understanding of customer needs, sales trends and business analytics to support strategy development and help drive and execute upon business priorities
• Relationship Building: Build strong internal and external relationships through cross-functional projects, trade shows, mentorship and the option for involvement in diversity organizations.

Where Will I Work?

WHQ, Minneapolis, MN, or a designated NAF field location anywhere in the continental United States, dependent on business need. Relocation for subsequent roles is critical for progression within our Sales Division.

Is This You?

• Bachelor's degree required, open to all majors
• December 2026 or May 2027
• Majors in Business, Communications and Liberal Arts
• Strong academic record
• Strong interpersonal skills, high learning agility, analytical and decision-making skills
• Exemplary people, technical, and process leadership ready to take initiative and add value to their team

Hungry For What's Next?

• Start Date of January 2026 or Summer 2027
• Relocation assistance (if eligible)

The base salary for this position is $73,000. At General Mills we strive for each employee's pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their role. The salary for this role represents the factors considered in the hiring decision including education and degree obtained. Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall physical wellbeing & mental health. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs and other perks. Benefits may vary by role, location, and other employment status factors. In this role you will be able to participate in our annual incentive program. An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including individual and organizational performance.

Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

Eligibility

Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

General Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or familial status, status regarding public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you need to request an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please fill out our online accommodation request form by following this link: Accommodation Request.