Sales & Account Manager

Job Description Summary:We are currently seeking for a motivated and experienced candidate to take up the position of Sales & Account Manager and work independently to make sure sales targets are met within the designated sales area or territory. Area Sales Managers develop a close relationship with all their major accounts to grow business organically and find new business. Area Sales Managers are experts in understanding their products, market area, trends, opportunities and competitive activity. Position will be based in Canada and report directly to the North Regional Vice President.Job Description:Responsibility for Canada and Northeast United States.Finding new customers and constantly expanding the businessMonitoring sales data and keeping up to date with current market trends and customer needsFirst class consultative sales skillsMonitor sales and profit for each accountPreparing account profiles for companyIdentify and create a strong loyal relationship with all decision makersUse pareto analysis to ensure top accounts giving 80% of the business are lot lost and growAbility to complete management reports on time essentialAware of applicable company KPIs and business planBe aware of all competitive activities within major accountsGood disciplined use of CRM and administrationSales presentations for clients showing the success and credibility of the business and its productsGive pricing information to management and make recommendationsEstablishing and maintaining relationships with suppliers if appropriateCreate sales strategies for sales manager/ director to approveJob Qualifications:5 Years experience in poultry production salesUnderstanding of poultry technology and current best management practices in the following areas: Breeder Production, Broiler Production, Ventilation, and Processing.Strong Breeder experience required.Excellent presentation and computer skills including e-mail, spreadsheets, use of computer database, formal letter writing, and economic modelingStrong numerical and analytical abilitiesStrong interpersonal skills including leadership, personal accountability, time management, conflict management, and good organizational skills.Ability to perform significant overnight travelCreative mind, outgoing personality and friendly with excellent communication skills including the ability to present to any level of corporate management including Power Point, written communication, oral communication, negotiations, meeting skills, and social skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr