Now Hiring - Producers Rice Mill, Inc. - National Sales Manager in Little Rock, AR

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Company Description: Producers Rice Mill, Inc. is a stable 81-year-old company corporately located in Stuttgart, Arkansas, with a national marketing & sales office in Little Rock. This position will be based out of the Little Rock office. Producers is one of North America's largest manufacturers and distributors of rice products nationally to foodservice, retail, industrial and export markets. We are looking for an enthusiastic, strong individual to join our successful sales and marketing team. Job Description: This executive sales & marketing position is an integral part of our national sales and marketing team. Responsible for managing and fostering our national foodservice, retail and industrial programs, this individual will work directly with existing accounts, develop new accounts, and help manage our network of field sales organizations. This position reports to the Vice President of Marketing & Sales-North America, based in the Little Rock office. With a large and stable national customer base, Producers is a respected leader within the food marketing industry. Salary is negotiable and commensurate with experience. Duties and Responsibilities: * Manage current sales programs with existing customers. * Establish strategic new high-level, executive contact with accounts to increase market share. * Manage and oversee territory sales representative involvement to deliver sales support and sales growth. * Prepare and present written and oral sales presentations with key decision makers. * Negotiate customer contracts, RFQ's and other agreements. Travel required (overnight air travel): approx. 20% Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of education and experience. * Minimum 5 years sales management experience. * Experience in food and beverage or consumer products industry, preferred. * Experience with broker/sales rep relations and management, preferred. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. * Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills. * Ability to analyze and develop customer, market & product strategies. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Travel reimbursement * Vision insurance Schedule: * Monday to Friday Work Location: In person