Regional Sales Manager (East)

Perdue Farms, Inc. • Charlotte, NC • 6h ago

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we're committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

Drive profitable growth and strengthen market presence across valued East retail customers. As a Regional Sales Manager, you will lead sales and merchandising strategies across multiple categories, expanding distribution, optimizing assortment, and increasing market share across fresh and frozen ready-to-cook, ready to eat, deli, and prepared offerings while serving as the primary point of contact for assigned customers and building strong trust-based relationships. You will partner closely with internal teams to identify growth opportunities, influence customer strategy, and execute initiatives that deliver results aligned with business goals and core values. This role is ideal for a strategic, customer focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at relationship building, and is passionate about driving measurable results and long-term business growth.

Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Develop and implement Regional Sales plan to include all categories across customers.

Attain all budgeted product line volumes, pricing, mix, margin, and share objectives. Prepare and present annual joint business plans, line reviews, innovation sell-ins, and category reviews.

Maintain consistent communications and standing meetings with customer teams to ensure strategic alignment.

Monitor daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and YTD customer performance metrics, identifying risks and opportunities and adjusting plans accordingly.

Implement and champion procedures to continuously improve the accuracy of the Demand Plan forecast, collaborating closely with Supply Chain, Operations, and Customer Service to optimize customer satisfaction and business results.

Manage all customer trade spend and customer programs.

Utilize the TPM system to plan, track, and evaluate promotional effectiveness and ROI.

Lead customer negotiations related to pricing, trade spend, distribution, promotions, and contract terms while protecting company margin objectives.

Partner cross functionally to develop customer-specific assortment strategies, shelf sets, planograms, and merchandising solutions aligned to natural and fresh retail formats.

Serve as the proactive voice of the customer internally as you work cross-functionally, translating retailer strategies and shopper insights into actionable business plans that utilize your knowledge and understanding of each retailer's goals and objectives.

Travel regularly to customer locations (HQ, stores) to ensure industry leading customer service.

Participate in leadership roles on special projects and cross-functional teams; continuously improve skills through training, classes, and seminars as outlined in the development plan.

Ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and company standards related to food safety, labeling, animal welfare, and sustainability.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree in the areas of Sales, Marketing, or Business Administration.

3-5 years related work experience (CPG industries and/or Meat/Poultry).

Direct or relevant experience/familiarity with Eastern Region retailers.

Must possess strong communication, analytical and planning skills.

Proficiency using Microsoft applications.

Experience and competence with data driven selling, utilizing syndicated data (i.e. Circana/ Nielsen), and customer specific data insights.

Proven ability to manage trade spend, pricing strategy, and margin performance in highly competitive categories.

Preferred Education and Experience

Experience working with premium brands and premium proteins (natural, organic, antibiotic-free, animal welfare-driven).

Management experience in the food or food sales areas.

Experience selling fresh chicken, meat, or value-added protein products, including short-shelf-life or fresh supply chains.

Knowledge of food safety, quality assurance, USDA regulations, and customer-specific protein standards.

MBA or advanced business coursework.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

Position is remotely home-office based, preferably with close proximity to an airport, with anticipated travel 50% of the time and with flexibility.

Position is mostly sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings.

May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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