Wholesale Sales Manager

As a Wholesale Sales Manager at Maxfield Seafood, you will play a critical role in driving growth and expansion in our wholesale seafood and meat sales. We are seeking an experienced and dynamic leader to join our team and contribute to the development and execution of innovative sales strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sales Strategy & Planning:
• Develop and implement comprehensive sales strategies to drive growth and market share for our seafood and meat products.
• Analyze market trends, customer preferences, and industry changes to inform sales approaches and adjust strategies accordingly.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with company goals and objectives.
• Team Leadership & Development:
• Lead, coach, and manage a national sales team to drive results and ensure high performance and continuous growth.
• Provide ongoing training, mentoring, and support to sales team members to develop their skills and capabilities.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement within the sales department.
• Customer Relationship Management:
• Build and maintain strong relationships with major wholesale clients, distributors, and retailers, ensuring long-term partnerships.
• Address customer inquiries, resolve issues, and offer tailored solutions to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with clients to maximize revenue and optimize profitability.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in sales management within the seafood, meat, or foodservice industry.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and managing national accounts effectively.
• Strong understanding of seafood and meat products, industry regulations, and supply chain operations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to travel frequently as required.