Sales Representative, Consumer Products & Foodservice
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Hormel Foods has exciting opportunities for sales representatives in our two different divisions: Consumer Products and Foodservice. Sales representatives are responsible for calling on a variety of existing customers with the objective of increasing sales for their district. Increases are achieved by adding products to distribution and expanding the usage of existing Hormel Foods products. In addition, representatives are in charge of implementing marketing strategies for their products.
TRAINING:
Sales Representatives will be assigned to one of our training locations throughout the U.S. and spend between six to twelve months training. This program consists of partnering with a sales manager and their team to learn about our products, the Company, competitor products, industry dynamics, selling techniques, and sharpen presentation skills. Seminars at our corporate headquarters in Austin, MN will include presentations by our marketing department to increase product knowledge and selling strategies. All new sales hires also participate in the “Getting the Business and Keeping the Business” sales seminar.
ADVANCEMENT:
Relocation is important in advancing a sales and marketing career at Hormel Foods. A typical career will involve 2 -- 3 promotions within the first five years, and each promotion usually requires relocating. Successful sales representatives advance to Territory Managers, Account Executives, and District Manager positions. Success in sales may also lead to advanced positions in sales management, marketing, category/brand management, business development group, international, or other corporate positions. Hormel Foods’ promote-from-within philosophy rewards outstanding performance with rapid advancement.
BENEFITS:
Hormel Foods offers an excellent benefits package. Competitive base salary plus bonus, annual merit increase performance reviews, company vehicle, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), profit sharing, non-contributory pension and more.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
A requirement of this position is to be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have a valid work Visa and be open to relocation. Preferred candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Professional Selling, Agribusiness, Business Administration, Hospitality, Hotel/Restaurant Management, or a related field with a 2.70 cumulative GPA or higher.
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