New Business Development Director - Grocery
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New Business Development Director - Grocery
Are you a dynamic and experienced business development leader? Do you have experience within the grocery channel and are you ready to drive sales growth and new customer acquisitions?
Join SRP as a New Business Development Director!
Driven by our mission to exceed expectations through passion, performance and profitability.
Since our founding as a regional distributor of sunglasses in 1969, SRP has grown into an international leader providing in-store merchandising solutions to a wide variety of retail partners and their consumers. We have built relationships with thousands of international, national, and regional retailers who rely on our customized solutions in more than 60,000+ locations across the U.S. and Canada. With warehouse facilities in several states and service reps covering all regions of the country, there isn't a retail location we can't service.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Create and execute strategic plans for business development aimed at broadening market reach and boosting sales in the grocery sector.
- Perform market research and analysis to uncover fresh business prospects, comprehend market movements, consumer demands, and the competitive field.
- Drive sales growth by identifying and securing new business opportunities with grocery chains, independent grocery stores, and other relevant retail partners.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders within the grocery channel.
- Collaborate closely with the Vice President of Grocery to negotiate agreements, determine pricing, and establish terms for prospective retail partners
- Track, monitor, and report on key performance metrics, sales forecasts, and market conditions to senior management.
Benefits and Perks:
- Competitive salary and bonus structure
- Hybrid role
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company paid short term disability and life insurance
- Paid holidays and floating holidays
- Flexible PTO plan
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employees paid weekly
Join us, and let’s deliver data-driven retail solutions.
SRP’s mission is to exceed expectations through passion, performance and profitability. It’s an exciting time for our company and if you’re ready to unleash your potential to help fulfil our mission and vision, apply today.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran (U.S.) status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, in accordance with applicable laws.
The gross annual base salary is $120,000.
Qualifications
Experience/Qualifications:
- Strategic thinker with a strong background in sales, business development, and relationship management within the grocery channel.
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, or a related field (master’s degree preferred).
- 7+ years of experience in business development or sales, preferably within the grocery channel.
- Proven track record of successful sales in related fields including eyewear, electronic accessories, balloons, plush toys, and miscellaneous general merchandise.
- Strong understanding of the grocery retail market and industry trends.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
- Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.
- Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to travel as needed up to 50%.
Application Instructions
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Posted: 8/22/2024
Job Status: Full Time
Job Reference #: 144373