Regional Account Manager - Food Service

Since 1992 our mission has been to see premium exquisite teas steaming in the cups of individuals everywhere, and to emphasize a Sip by Sip Rather Than Gulp by Gulp lifestyle. The Republic of Tea offers more than 300 premium teas, herbs, bottled iced teas and nature-inspired sipware. A socially and environmentally responsible organization, The Republic of Tea is a family-owned business dedicated to sharing our prosperity by developing products to support worthy philanthropic organizations as well as provide learning and growth opportunities for our Employees internally, whom we refer to as Ministers. Join our TEAm and enjoy a collaborative work environment, opportunities to grow your professional network, and become part of the tea revolution!

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Minister of Tea Service - Central Region will reimage, develop and direct new Food Service business in the Central Time Zone as this category reinvents itself in 2022 and 2023. The ideal candidate will be energetic with entrepreneurial instincts and proven thought leadership for this specialized channel of trade.

The Regional Account Manager - Food Service role is perfect for an individual who is a proven revenue generator who thrives on success and knows how to create new business, as well as manage accounts. In this role you will leverage your existing network to accelerate individual and company performance while accepting responsibility for existing accounts.

If you are someone who has an established network in the food service space, is energized by creative solution to continue growing and innovating, this position is for you! Submit your application today, and help us discover how your passions, strengths, and curiosities align with ours.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND SKILLS:

• Develop dynamic conceptual sales presentations and proposals (both verbal and written plus virtual) to present to key decision makers
• Utilize market research and networking to mine for new business opportunities
• Partner with clients to analyze beverage menus and offer customized tea solutions that add value
• Independently identify customer needs to deliver marketable customized programs
• Articulate and organized, excited to cold call and pursue innovative opportunities
• High level of intuitive innovation in the Food Service arena
• Developed aptitude for negotiation, budgeting, and service

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• A minimum of five years of experience in Food Service Sales
• Bachelor's Degree required
• Prior broker and distributor management experience preferred
• A proven track record of sales achievement in an upscale industry
• Demonstrated ability to efficiently work remotely with frequent business travel; must live in a major city in the Central Time Zone; preference would be the St. Louis metro area
• Strong organizational skills with acute attention to detail
• Entrepreneurial spirit and enjoys wearing multiple hats
• Strong interest and enjoyment of tea and botanicals

Ideal candidates would be those that meet the minimum qualifications and are looking for a long-term career with a family-owned, privately held company that focuses on its people. Must enjoy a team environment and thrive on camaraderie.

The Republic of Tea is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Current Openings for Regional Account Manager Food Service Jobs in Massachusetts (MA) at The Republic of Tea