Job Type
Full-time
Description
Lyons Magnus leads the food industry with creativity and innovation, crafting top-quality products across all manufacturing phases, from raw materials to marketing. With over 2000 diverse items for industrial ingredient and food service sectors, Lyons caters to leading restaurant chains nationally and internationally.
At Lyons, our diverse and talented staff is the heart of our organization. We foster a thriving work environment where employees are engaged in shaping both the company's and their own future.
The Zone Sales Manager in the Foodservice Division is a critical sales role at Lyons Magnus. The position is responsible for supporting sales efforts with current distributors and operators while managing our agency network within the territory. This role also involves developing new business opportunities across all focused categories in the Michigan, Ohio, Western PA, Indiana and Kentucky markets.
Location
Great Lakes Region, preferably in Ohio
Travel Requirements
20-40%
Work environment available
Full Remote
State Coverage
MI, OH, WPA, IN and KY
Requirements
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
* Present and promote Lyons products and services to current and potential customers.
* Develop and implement action plans and schedules to meet specific targets within the assigned territory.
* Identify, qualify, and acquire new distributor and operator accounts within the assigned territory.
* Monitor and follow up on national account programs to ensure compliance.
* Provide support to brokers and beverage partners at food shows within your geographic area.
* Assist brokers and Lyons account managers in effectively selling to new end-users and implementing programs.
* Coordinate training sessions for distributors, operators, and brokers to educate customers on effectively marketing our product categories.
* Prepare and submit various status reports, including tracking sales activities to achieve objectives.
* Travel within the territory as required.
Supervisory Responsibilities
N/A
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
* Proficiency in working with distributors and food service operators.
* Ability to work a minimum of 10 days per month in the Southern California market.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective interaction with distributors, operators, agency representatives, and other employees.
* Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver effective sales presentations.
* Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with preferred experience in Salesforces and Power BI platforms.
Education And/or Experience
Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university (preferred).
Experience: A minimum of 5 years of foodservice sales experience is preferred.
Additional Considerations
Must reside in the Great Lakes Region, preferably Ohio
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Additional Information
Our compensation program is designed to attract, motivate, and retain the very best people. Lyons Magnus offers a comprehensive benefits plan that include: Health, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Sec. 125, 401(k) plan, and more. If you meet these requirements and are eager to join a dynamic company poised for further growth, please respond with your cover letter, and salary requirements.
To learn more about Lyons Magnus, LLC its products and core values, visit www.lyonsmagnus.com or follow us on Instagram or LinkedIn
Lyons Magnus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and with opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.
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