Business Development...

Location: 601 Ben E Keith Way NW, Albuquerque, New Mexico The Business Development Manager will develop and coordinate the department’s sales & marketing activities under the supervision of the department director. Interact with team members to coordinate company & department capabilities presentations to prospective and existing street, national & regional account customers. Position includes maintaining business relationships and conducting business reviews with selected customers. Conduct sales & capabilities presentations independently or in conjunction with division sales staff Coordinate culinary service requests as needed by customer base (i.e., mini food shows, test kitchen, chef, dietitian and product specialists) Conduct business reviews and follow up on action items with customers and Division personnel Work with department manager & training department on preparation of sales training programs for non-commercial segments Develop & schedule web based educational resources, including webinar series for department, sales staff & customers Work with department manager & marketing manager to develop and coordinate media required for training resources Obtain and maintain ServSafe TM Trainer Certification Coordinate & Conduct ServSafe TM & In-Service Educational Programs for customers Coordinate & Conduct FOCUS Performance Improvement Process with select customers Interact with Broker & Manufacturer Reps on product introductions & new trends to department customer base Interact with external resource providers to identify and implement customer solutions as requested Provide customer support as requested including coordination of menu & dietary systems support Overnight travel required as needed to maintain business relationships and conduct business reviews with potential customers Job Qualifications Outside Sales Experience preferred ServSafe TM Trainer Certification Required Excellent communication skills with an ability to express Ben E Keith’s total value program to prospects, customers, sales staff & trainees Experience in Microsoft Office Suite of Programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Access Ability to learn and work in Ben E. Keith systems such as KBIT & GUI, Explorer & Outlook Ability to work in a team environment under tight deadlines Ability to work independently College degree preferred or relevant experience in lieu of degree Benefits Short and Long Term Disability 401K with matching contribution Employee Assistance Program Wellness Program Educational Assistance Program Paid Vacation and Holidays Employee Credit Union Ben E. Keith is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor #J-18808-Ljbffr Ben E. Keith