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Job Title
Vice President, Foodservice
Company Name
Acosta
Industry
Natural Foods/Products
Company Overview
Acosta drives greater sales and market share for manufacturers and retailers around the world
Company Description

A privately held sales and marketing agency based in Jacksonville, Fla., Acosta has more than 100 offices around the world with over 30,000 employees. Learn more about how our values, services and, most importantly, people are changing the CPG experience with proven results.

SALES & MARKETING SERVICES

We are the sales and marketing powerhouse behind the most recognized brands and a proven resource for top retailers all across the U.S. and Canada. We offer flexible services that maximize efficiency.

CHANNEL EXPERTISE

We know consumers shop at different types of stores for different reasons. We specialize in penetrating new channels and growing businesses across the entire retail spectrum.

Full Job Description

Directly responsible for the overall management of a high revenue branch.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the day-to-day operational activities of the branch.

  • Directly supervise all Business Managers, Office Manager, and the Sales Manager for the branch. Administer Performance Management System on all Business Managers, Office Manager and the Sales Manager for the branch.

  • Oversee the overall profitability of the branch, ensuring that the branch’s financial goals are met and annual budgets are prepared.

  • Perform all salary administration for the branch.

  • Fill all staffing needs within the branch.

  • Conduct Principal interviews to attract new business.

  • Ensure all company policies and procedures are consistently followed by the branch.

  • Perform special assignments for the company and/or branch as needed.

  • Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Must have a proven track record in a sales capacity with a food broker or a major national company.

  • Prior experience, must demonstrate sales skills along with the ability to successfully manage and direct others.

  • Must demonstrate skills required to build team spirit and successfully motivate all Associates.

  • Must be able to effectively communicate with others.

  • Must be able to speak, hear and sit for long periods of time.

  • Must have good vision, dexterous use of both hands and be able to operate a calculator, Proxima, overhead projector, slid projector, computer, printer, fax machine, telephone and copier.

  • Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to drive a car.

  • Must be willing to travel.

  • Must be proficient in a variety of software packages used to support the sales function.

  • Must possess strong interpersonal, organizational, presentation, negotiation, and sales skills.

  • Must have the ability to analyze sales and marketing information needed to make effective sales presentations.

  • Must possess a solid understanding of the fundamental principals of financial management and possess the ability to effectively monitor and control expenses.

  • Must be able to effectively communicate the sales philosophy and direction of the company to all Associates.

Acosta Sales & Marketing is an Equal Opportunity Employer

By submitting your application you agree with and accept the Acosta Privacy Statement and Terms of Conditions.

Location
San Carlos, CA
Job Function
Sales & Business Development
Job Level
Senior Level (Executive/C-Suite/VP)
Application Deadline
No Deadline Provided
Circle City
Compensation & Benefits
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How to Apply
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