REGIONAL SALES MANAGER

Regional Sales ManagerThe Regional Sales Manager is responsible for the management of Grocery/Retail sales and marketing activities for a select customer base to achieve required growth and meet sales objectives. Responsibilities include selling to customers, potentially directing brokers, strategic planning, and annual budgeting.Qualifications:Five or more years of sales and business development experience with a proven track record of positive customer relationships and sales growthOther experience in business management and marketing is a plus.Preferred prior experience within the plastics and/or paper industry, including bags, films, sheeting & retail supplies, etc.College or university degree in business or related fieldsProficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power PointStrong communication skillsAbility to work independentlyAbility to travel/drive with a valid driver's licenseInnovation and creativityLeadershipEntrepreneurial/self-motivatedCollaboration/team playerStrong work ethicEnsure consistent, dependable attendance and demonstrate a willingness to accommodate non-standard work hours as necessary.Capable of effectively managing job-related stress and fostering productive workplace interactions.Job Responsibilities:Conduct sales activities with existing customers and prospect accounts to maintain relationships and increase salesActively develop prospects and targets, prioritize opportunities and develop strategic supply proposals to gain incremental businessBecome proficient with the Grocery/Retail product bundle through training and self-learningCollect market intelligence and customer decision criteria to recommend effective sales proposalsSkillfully present compelling supply package presentations resulting in awarded businessDevelop annual sales budget & strategy and execute the plan accordinglyReview sales progress regularly against goals and re-align efforts to ensure targets are being successfully achievedInteract and coordinate with other functional departments in order to provide customer satisfactionCoordinate with marketing personnel to develop sales promotion plans for target productsSelectively attend sales trade and/or vendor shows to promote products and develop business opportunitiesPotentially coordinate the hiring and training of BrokersHandle special projects assigned by the business unitWork Environment Conditions Subjected To In This Position:This position involves up to 50% travel, with a willingness to travel throughout the United States attending meetings with customers/prospects and sales functions such as trade shows, etc.Inteplast Group is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at View email address on click.appcast.io and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. For more information, about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, view the EEO - Know Your Rights and Pay Transparency Statement.