Senior Manager, Trade Management (Food Service)

Senior Manager, Trade Management (Food Service) $130,000 - $190,000 per year | Smithfield, VA | On‑Site | Permanent About Us Enterprise Food Manufacturer looking for Senior Manager, Trade Management (Food Service) We are an enterprise food provider across the USA specializing in fresh meat. Why Join Us Competitive Compensation Generous Bonus Potential Great Company Culture and job stability 401k Match PTO Sick Pay Full Benefits (Medical, Vision, Dental) Job Details We are currently seeking a dynamic, results‑oriented Senior Manager for Trade Management in the Food Service sector of our Manufacturing division. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing our trade platform, ensuring the smooth operation of our food service and distributor relationships, and overseeing the financial aspects of our trade operations. This role is integral to our mission of delivering the highest quality consumer packaged goods (CPG) to our customers. Responsibilities Lead the Trade Management team to ensure efficient execution of our trade strategy, including the management of debits and credits. Develop and implement strategies to optimize our trade platform, using tools such as SAP, Telus, and Blacksmith. Work closely with our distributors to ensure that we are delivering the best possible service and meeting their needs effectively. Oversee financial operations related to trade, including the management of debits and credits. Drive the growth of our food service operations, identifying new opportunities and implementing strategies to capitalize on them. Maintain a keen understanding of market trends and shifts, adjusting our strategy accordingly to ensure continued growth and success. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure the seamless execution of our trade operations. Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or related field. An MBA would be a plus. A minimum of 5 years of experience in trade management, specifically in the food service sector of the manufacturing industry. Proven experience in managing distributor relationships. Strong knowledge of trade platform management tools, including SAP, Telus, and Blacksmith. Solid experience in financial management, particularly in handling debits and credits. Extensive knowledge of the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry. Exceptional leadership skills, with a proven ability to lead and inspire a team. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with distributors and internal teams. Strong strategic thinking and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to identify opportunities and implement effective strategies. High level of integrity and professionalism. If you are a seasoned trade management professional with a passion for excellence and a drive to make a real impact, we would love to hear from you. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and play a key role in the continued success of our company. Equal Opportunity Employer Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot’s Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI‑generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr Australia-Employment