New Business Manager - Worcester, Ma/hartford Ct

Iceland Foods

Worcester, MA, US
Base: $75,000 - $125,000; bonus: annual incentive ...
Onsite (specific location not detailed, but implies in-person engagement)
3 years sales experience required
Opening accounts greater than $0.5m
Foodservice industry experience preferred
Iceland Foods is hiring a New Business Manager based in Worcester, MA, or Hartford, CT, responsible for sourcing and developing profitable new business to achieve annual sales targets. The ideal candidate should have a strong sales background, particularly in the foodservice industry, with proven skills in account acquisition and relationship management

Job Summary

  • Responsible for sourcing and developing profitable new business that can be transitioned to a Territory Manager.
  • The role requires achieving annual sales targets of minimum $2 million in the first year and $6 million annually thereafter.
  • Benefits include health insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off, and an annual incentive plan bonus.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Iceland Foods is hiring a New Business Manager based in Worcester, MA, or Hartford, CT, responsible for sourcing and developing profitable new business to achieve annual sales targets. The ideal candidate should have a strong sales background, particularly in the foodservice industry, with proven skills in account acquisition and relationship management.

Salary

Base: $75,000 - $125,000; Bonus: Annual incentive plan available; Benefits: Health insurance, retirement, PTO, disability, stock purchase plan

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 3 years sales experience required
  • Opening accounts greater than $0.5m
  • Foodservice industry experience preferred
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • Ability to warm, convert, and close high-potential new street accounts

Nice-to-have

  • Bachelor's Degree preferred
  • Creative presentation skills for large groups
  • Strong interpersonal relationship building
  • Autonomous work style under pressure
  • Networking at food shows and vendor events

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent (Bachelor's preferred)
  • Minimum 3 years of sales experience
  • Proven track record opening accounts >$0.5m
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

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