Regional Business Manager - Coffee Sales (Minneapolis)

Regional Business Manager - Coffee Sales (Minneapolis)

The Nestl Professional Solutions at Nestl USA leverages its position as the world's largest food and beverage company to bring brands that you enjoy in your home, to other areas of your life such as the workplace, restaurants, hotels, and your neighborhood College or University. Our portfolio of products and solutions includes beloved brands such as Stouffer's, Coffee mate, Nescaf, and Starbucks. With our extensive networks and industry knowledge, we offer unparalleled support and guidance to foodservice operators, ensuring their success in a competitive market. We strive to contribute to a healthier future by providing the finest ingredients and operational knowledge to every type of foodservice operation. The strength of our trusted brands is supported by a team of skilled professionals who are dedicated to deepening their industry experience. Our team of culinary experts and skilled product developers partner closely with foodservice professionals to generate creative, branded food and beverage solutions that address a wide variety of needs. Our employees thrive on opportunities to grow and develop within the food-service industry, ensuring that we are always at the forefront of industry trends and innovations.

The Regional Business Manager Coffee Sales Lead is responsible for driving operator sales of the Nestl Professional Solutions beverage portfolio, with a primary focus on our iconic Starbucks branded products, alongside Seattle's Best, Teavana, Vitality, Nescaf, and Coffee-mate. This role will support customers in Minnesota and surrounding states, with a preferred home-base in the Minneapolis area. The ideal candidate will be an experienced hunter-farmer, equally skilled at securing new business and growing existing relationships, with a track record of success in pipeline management, contract negotiation, and executive-level customer engagement. This is a remote-based role with an expected travel requirement of 40% or more, based on client and business needs.

Essential Functions

• Drive operator sales growth by identifying and securing net new business within the assigned territory.
• Acquire additional venues/outlets within existing accounts through proactive pipeline management, ensuring opportunities across all sales stages.
• Effectively utilize Salesforce to manage growth opportunities, customer events, and forecasting.
• Lead joint business planning and business reviews to strengthen partnerships and meet contractual service levels.
• Negotiate and execute contracts that are profitable and aligned with Nestl Professional's business strategy.
• Partner with internal operations to ensure smooth execution of onboarding, training, and installation for new venues.
• Promote compliance with brand stewardship and manage quality assurance activities within the territory.
• Sell seasonal and innovation programs to drive incremental growth.
• Maintain strong distributor relationships and provide guidance on sales opportunities and product stocking.
• Provide accurate sales forecasts and maintain detailed visibility into pipeline health.
• Exhibit an entrepreneurial mindset to identify and pursue incremental growth opportunities.
• Launch new products effectively, using established tools and best practices.
• Communicate regularly with internal partners to ensure alignment across all business facets.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6+ years of direct outside sales, B2B, or business development experience.
• Proven track record in new business development and customer retention.
• 5+ years negotiating complex contracts and agreements, with strong financial acumen and P&L awareness.
• Deep understanding of foodservice, hospitality, or beverage industry, with emphasis on premium branded products like Starbucks.
• Expertise in pipeline management tools and CRM systems (i.e Salesforce).
• Strong executive presence, with excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Experience building customer-facing business plans and proposals.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work cross-functionally across operations, marketing, and finance.
• Familiarity with key industry segments, including: Business & Industry, College & University, Healthcare, Lodging, Military, Travel, Retail, and Grocery.

The approximate pay range for this position is $115,000 to $140,000.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location. Nestl offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at About Us | Nestl Careers (nestlejobs.com) Nestle in the US Benefits. #RBM26

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace. To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestl. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestl seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestl home. The Nestl Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.