Regional Sales Manager – Food Manufacturing

Regional Sales Manager – Food Manufacturing Full-Time Chicago, Illinois 09/08/2026 Compensation: 135000.-150000. / Annually Benefit Offered: YES Our client, a nationwide provider of high-quality food products has an immediate opening for an experienced Regional Sales Manager – Food Manufacturing, to join their winning team in Chicago. Our candidate of choice will be responsible for driving sales growth by developing and maintaining strong relationships across various food service and retail channels. This role focuses on expanding market presence, increasing revenue, and positioning us as the preferred partner for profitable protein solutions. You will collaborate closely with internal cross-functional teams including Sales, Marketing, Accounting, Production, and Process improvement to ensure alignment of strategic goals, product availability, and customer satisfaction. In addition, you will work with external trade partners such as brokers, distributors, and operators to execute sales strategies, identify new business opportunities, and strengthen existing partnerships. KEY REQUIREMENTS: Plans, organizes, and implements sales programs for the region. Plans and is responsible for achieving sales objectives in the region. Trains, developers, and mentors inside and/or outside sales representatives/brokers and/or distributors for the region. Coordinates budgets, forecasts, and reports. Oversees handling or may manage key accounts. Promotes and sells company products through direct customer contacts within assigned geographic territory. Schedules sales calls and submits report of sales activities. Requires complete knowledge of the organization’s policies, products, and/or services. Responsibilities also include preparing displays, staffing, and participating in trade shows or conventions. Responds to customer requests and questions regarding service, products, and account information. Analyzes and rectifies customer concerns using established procedures. Conduct sales calls, schedules, promotional work, and track sales activities. Quotes prices, prepares proposals, and provides information regarding terms of sales and delivery dates. Develop new business within assigned region or industry. Ensures technical assistance and information is provided to customers to prevent or resolve problems with product performance. Provides training and service literature to customers. Works with sales and production to implement new products or improvements to existing products. Receives and processes orders for products or merchandise by e-mail, phone or in person. Completes order transaction and forwards order on to be filled by customer service team. Represents a positive organizational image to the public, clients, shareholders, and the community. Performs clerical duties for sales department, time sheets, expense reports, car allowance, sample requests, etc. Prepares various sales reports. Maintains files, schedules appointments, and makes travel arrangements. Provides customers with product or service information to assist them in determining appropriate merchandise to purchase. Recommends additional products or services to meet customer needs. May arrange special orders, and delivery. Develops relationships with new and existing customers and provides information to maximize sales volume. Originates phone calls and e-mails to prospective customers and provides information about products and services. Respond to incoming calls from prospective customers. Reviews sales efforts with peers to identify opportunities and/or prospects. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. KEY QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, or a related field (preferred) 5+ years of sales experience, preferably in foodservice, retail, or protein industry Proven track record of achieving or exceeding sales targets Experience working with brokers, distributors, and key accounts Strong understanding of foodservice and retail sales channels Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, or a related field (preferred) 5+ years of sales experience, preferably in foodservice, retail, or protein industry Proven track record of achieving or exceeding sales targets Experience working with brokers, distributors, and key accounts Strong understanding of foodservice and retail sales channels WE OFFER: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Other ad hoc analysis related to the role. Please apply today for immediate consideration! 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