Job Purpose and Impact

The Area Sales Manager -Trade Bakery will lead, implement and execute all sales operations and tactics within an area. In this role, you will provide guidance and direction to frontline sales workforce professionals, supervisors and all sales operations activities for a portfolio of products or services within a broader geographic area.

Key Accountabilities Design, develop and implement sales programs to meet business objectives. Plan, direct and coordinate sales to accomplish objectives. Educate customers about our new products or services, prices and innovations. Promote and nurture relationships with current and potential customers. Help less experienced sales representatives solve complex problems. Other duties as assigned Responsible for personnel decisions related to hiring, performance and disciplinary actions for your direct reports. You will also spend time completing the same tasks as employees on your team. Qualifications Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experienceMinimum eight years of directly related work experienceOther minimum qualifications may applyPreferred QualificationsOne year of supervisory experienceMinimum four years of experience in Trade bakery role