Sales Manager

Lewis Bakeries, Inc. is looking for a Sales Manager for the South/East Nashville, TN areas. The desired candidate must be located in this area. The position is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Overview

Lewis Bakeries Inc. is a leading producer of baked goods in about a dozen states in the Midwest, anchored by its flagship brands Bunny Bread, Healthy Life, and Lewis Bake Shop bread. The company's products include whole grain and white breads, buns, and muffins. Boasting a handful of baking facilities in Indiana and Tennessee. In addition to its own brands, Lewis Bakeries makes and distributes bread products under such licensed names as Cinnabon, Sun-Maid, and Sunbeam. The family-owned company was established in 1925 by the Lewis brothers: Amos, Arnold, and Jack.

Essential Functions

• Manage customer accounts including developing, and growing customer relationships in a big box selling environment.

• Providing leadership to a team to achieve sales volume targets

• Recruit, train and develop a team of store merchandisers to meet customer requirements and expectations, as well as sales targets

• Providing feedback to management to ensure effective results

• Meeting and exceeding customer expectations by following company strategies

• Observing and reporting competitive activity within the territory and recommending solutions to management

• Promoting practices that result in all employees conducting themselves in a safe and professional manner

Qualifications

Qualifications

Successful candidates must have at least three years of sales and management experience in a consumer packaged goods or direct store delivery environment. College degree is preferred.

This position is subject to a drug test and background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities.

Applicant must live in or close to one of the locations the position manages: LaVergne, Nolensville, Antioch, Hermitage, Donelson, East Nashville.

Additional Information

Lewis Bakeries, Inc. values the diversity of our team members. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from all individuals.

Lewis Bakeries, Inc. offers comprehensive pay and an excellent benefits package!

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