McKee Foods: District Sales Representative – Greater Chicago, Il Area

Position Description Best known for Little Debbie® snack cakes, Americas leading snack cake brand, Sunbelt Bakery® granola products, and Drakes Cakes®, McKee Foods Corporation is seeking candidates for a District Sales Representative position.

This position is responsible for sales growth in their district through providing great customer relations and support to independent wholesale distributors and retailers.

This is an exciting opportunity to work for a company that is committed to providing consumers with quality products at an excellent value.

McKee Foods Corporation, a privately-held, family-owned bakery, has been in business since 1934.

We have a long history of innovation and treating employees with respect, and a deeply held belief in the importance of doing business with integrity.

Pay Grade Salaried Grade 8 Schedule Monday Friday, 40+ hours Location and District Geographic Description The assigned location for this position includes the following cities in Illinois (adjustments may be made at the companys discretion):St.

Charles, Naperville, Orland Park, Joliet, Aurora, Wheaton, Elgin, Plainfield, Bolingbrook and Downers Grove The central location and ideal residency for the incumbent is in or around the following cities in Illinois: Naperville, Bolingbrook, Wheaton, Aurora, Orland Park, Tinley Park, St.

Charles Job SummaryWork with independent wholesale distributors and retailers to grow sales in the districtBuild strong business relationships with independent wholesale distributors and retailersIdentify and pursue sales opportunitiesPresent sales opportunities and results to wholesale distributors and retailer managementAct as liaison on behalf of McKee Foods to both the wholesalers and retailersEncourage existing wholesalers to grow sales through the addition of sales vehicles and employeesRecruit and appoint quality candidates to distributorshipsOffer and provide orientation to new independent wholesale distributorsDeliver timely and accurate business information to independent distributors, and retailersCommunicate and demonstrate best business practices to independent distributorsOperate and develop a company sales territory, when neededOperate and properly maintain a company vehicle on a daily basisComply with established practices and procedures for conducting businessRegularly maintain effective communication with supervisionComplete reports and assignments on timeAppropriately represent McKee Foods within the marketplaceStart the day early, most days prior to sunrise Required QualificationsOne to two years of post-high school education, or equivalent experienceAt least 3 years retail management or sales experienceDemonstrated excellence at achieving goals and executing company and/or sales strategyDemonstrated leadership and motivation skillsFlexibility to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple demandsExperience building strong business relationshipsDemonstrated high level of initiative and self motivation and a high level of independence requiredGoal oriented with experience setting and achieving challenging goalsDemonstrated ability to communicate effectively with others including one-on-one discussions and speaking before groups of customers or coworkersExperience providing customer service in a variety of situationsExperience analyzing business information, drawing conclusions from data, and preparing and making sales presentationsDemonstrated ability to solve problems, make decisions and seek out appropriate assistanceDemonstrated ability to plan each day to maximize time accomplishing measurable resultsExperience working as part of a team and assisting othersSolid MS Office skills using Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint; proficient with mobile technology applicationsAble and willing to travel extensively within assigned districtAble and willing to travel and work outside of assigned district for multiple days at a time when neededAble and willing to operate a vehicle weighing more than 10,000 pounds when neededMust have and maintain a valid drivers license and a clean driving recordAble to frequently lift and move up to 25 poundsAble to maintain a home officeDemonstrate a high level of personal integrity and commitment to follow McKee Foods guiding values Preferred QualificationsBusiness-related college degreeAt least 3 years sales experience in consumer packaged goods and/or DSDExperience making sales calls with retailers, both at store level and headquartersCurrently reside in the advertised geographical sales locationAble to complete a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical BenefitsCompany sales vehicle providedCell phone allowanceLaptop provided/iPad reimbursement availableBusiness expense reimbursement401(k) with matching contributionsHealth insurance, including prescription drug planDental insuranceVision care planLife insurancePaid time off (for vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.)Direct deposit payrollCredit UnionProfit-sharing programLimited relocation assistance Please upload your current resume to be fully considered for this position.