Grande Custom Ingredients Group
Business Development Manager
Grande Custom Ingredients Group, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States, 53244
About Grande
With more than 80 years of crafting “The Finest Italian Cheeses Money Can Buy”, Grande is a leader in the industry. We partner with independent pizzerias nationwide and support food manufacturing partners with specialty whey ingredient solutions. Grande values its Associates, offering career growth, work/life balance, and community support. Learn more at www.grande.com.
Job Summary Frontline sales opportunity in the Wisconsin and Upper Michigan market. Focus on independent pizzerias and Italian restaurants; provide product expertise, superior restaurant management, and local market knowledge. Build strong relationships to promote partner success.
Territory Entire state of Wisconsin and portion of Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
Travel Requirement 30-40%.
Car Stipend Yes.
What You Need To Be Considered For The Role
4 year bachelor’s degree in Business or related field required; equivalent education and experience may be considered.
Five (5) or more years sales experience and/or training in the food industry required.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Restaurant/small business acumen.
Strong problem solving skills.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
Ability to use mathematical concepts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, etc.
Preferred
Culinary and/or restaurant management experience a plus.
Experience in Microsoft Office, CRM and Tableau a plus.
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level.
Employment Type Full-time.
Job Function Business Development and Sales.
Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing.
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Job Summary Frontline sales opportunity in the Wisconsin and Upper Michigan market. Focus on independent pizzerias and Italian restaurants; provide product expertise, superior restaurant management, and local market knowledge. Build strong relationships to promote partner success.
Territory Entire state of Wisconsin and portion of Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
Travel Requirement 30-40%.
Car Stipend Yes.
What You Need To Be Considered For The Role
4 year bachelor’s degree in Business or related field required; equivalent education and experience may be considered.
Five (5) or more years sales experience and/or training in the food industry required.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Restaurant/small business acumen.
Strong problem solving skills.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
Ability to use mathematical concepts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, etc.
Preferred
Culinary and/or restaurant management experience a plus.
Experience in Microsoft Office, CRM and Tableau a plus.
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level.
Employment Type Full-time.
Job Function Business Development and Sales.
Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing.
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