BakeMark has an immediate job opening for a National Account Manager! With over 100 years of service to the baking industry, BakeMark is recognized as an industry leader and trusted partner for quality bakery ingredients, products, supplies and services. BakeMark is a manufacturer and distributor with 30 branches conveniently-located across the U.S.

About the position:

Responsible for the sale of company products and services to assigned and target customers, specifically in strategic account segments of business such as industrial/wholesale customers, to achieve sales and profit goals. The representative will utilize the approaches, strategies and tactics prescribed by the Company. The employee will be a sustaining resource to the customers' business by effective communication of BakeMark bakery solutions total product and service offerings. Perpetuates the growth of BakeMark brands by maintaining a positive business relationship with all stakeholders. Treats all customers (both internal and external) with respect, courtesy, and kindness.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for attaining or exceeding the annual sales budget for the assigned customers.
• Utilizes the Strategy, Objective, Action steps & Responsibilities (S.O.A.R.) process to focus on objectives and communicate to appropriate parties. This includes appropriate research on the customer and aligning their needs with the company’s competencies.
• Communicates weekly to the distribution center Sales Manager, General Manager and VP Strategic Accounts, their results on the identified account priorities and actions needed to be successful.
• Presents products to the customer using a professional, business plan approach. This includes written proposals, product specifications and product demonstrations. It may also include Capabilities presentations, business reviews, pro-formas, product life cycle graphs, marketing plans and vendor support plans, etc.
• Maintains and quotes prices to customers. Maintains a pricing and margin structure that is consistent with Company guidelines and achieves or exceeds company goals.
• Responsible for inventory forecasts, sales administration of new items, resolving customer supply emergencies and everyday needs.
• Facilitates orders via PS or EDI. Manages order-processing issues such as designated order cut-off times, shipping addresses, delivery minimums, etc.
• Facilitates collection of customer payments. Communicates and updates all customers on compliance of credit terms.
• Utilizes company data and field data to prepare period end reports that include sales trends, variance to prior year and budget, S.O.A.R. activity, margin, A/R, competitive activity, and a narrative on business drivers.
• Follows up on ALL customer requests and questions to ensure appropriate response is made and customer is satisfied. Utilize proper internal and external communication to address business issues.
• Travels as required by the needs of the customer, within company and budget guidelines. Coordinates all activities required with travel (samples, Technical Service, etc.) to minimize costs. Travel by car or airplane may be necessary up to 75% of the time
• Continually develops knowledge of and representation of the Company's products, services, and policies, including company sponsored training as assigned.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures and safety rules as stated in the Employee Handbook
• and otherwise posted or communicated.
• Other duties as assigned to reach Company goals.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None. Strategic Account Manager is expected to participate in assigned sales projects that may not include accounts from his/her territory.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree and at least seven years of related industry experience or combination of education and experience.
• Prior baking industry experience preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY:

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• Advanced level computer skills including MSWord, Excel, Power Point, e-mail and internet.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Must have, and maintain, a valid driver's license. Must maintain current auto insurance.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as product and price lists, training and instructional manuals and material, sales invoices and accounts receivable statements and reports, sales statistics and results reports, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• 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.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear continuously for 8 or more hours at a time.
• The employee must be able to use hands and fingers, handle/feel products, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, taste, or smell for 8 hours or more at a time.
• Must be able to lift and/or move an object approximately 25 to 50 pounds from floor level to a height of 6 feet.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust and focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock and risk of radiation.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Must taste, touch, and smell finished bakery products and related ingredients.
• The employee will work both inside and outside of buildings. Must be able to travel as required.
• Overnight travel may be required.

If you are a self-motivated individual with a passion for sales and account management, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and take your career to new heights!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $113,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities
• Performance bonus

Travel requirement:

• Travel

Ability to Relocate:

• Pico Rivera, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person