Regional Sales Manager, Food Service

Job DetailsJob Location: Hanover, PA 17331Job Shift: DayHanover Foods is seeking an experienced Regional Sales Manager, Food Service, to drive sales growth and strengthen customer relationships throughout the Northeast. This position is responsible for managing existing business, developing new customer opportunities, and expanding the company’s presence with food service distributors, operators, and regional and national chain accounts. This is a home-based position requiring frequent travel throughout the assigned territory. What You’ll Do Manage and grow relationships with food service distributors, brokers, operators, and chain accounts. Develop new business opportunities while maintaining and expanding existing customer relationships. Present products, conduct product demonstrations, and coordinate customer sampling. Develop and execute strategies to meet or exceed sales objectives. Monitor competitive activity, market trends, pricing, and new product introductions. Plan and execute regional food service trade shows while supporting national trade show events. Conduct semi-annual business reviews with key customers. Maintain accurate sales reports, forecasts, and customer activity within company reporting systems. Collaborate with internal departments to ensure exceptional customer service. Travel throughout the assigned territory, including overnight travel, to meet with customers and distributors. Perform other duties as assigned. QualificationsRequired 5–7 years of sales experience within the food service industry. Proven track record of developing and growing customer relationships. Strong presentation, negotiation, and communication skills. Excellent organizational and time management abilities. Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel. Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities. Valid driver’s license and the ability to travel extensively throughout the assigned territory. Preferred Experience working with food service distributors and regional or national chain accounts. Experience selling frozen, canned, or packaged food products. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is preferred but not required.   Equal Employment Opportunity Hanover Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Qualified applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process are encouraged to request assistance.