Business Development Manager - Get Fresh Produce

Get Fresh Produce has been providing fresh produce and other products to restaurants and other end-users in the Chicago area since 1982. We are currently seeking applications for the position of Business Development Manager at our main location in Bartlett, IL. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and a stable work environment with a growing company. 

As a Business Development Manager, your main responsibilities will include securing leads, generating new revenue, mentoring sales executives, and partnering with the Chief Revenue Officer to establish relationships and connections in the market.

Essential Functions:

•  Represent Get Fresh at Networking Events and Trade Shows
• Prospect new customers and opportunities
• Expand revenue opportunities within existing customers
• Keep up-to-date knowledge of the competitive landscape
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of products
•  Coordinate with supply chain and produce development to ensure timely development of product and accurate order fulfillment.
• Solicit, evaluate, and advocate for customer product and feature requests to improve offerings and service
• Deliver to the assigned revenue and margin objectives

Competencies:

• Must be able to speak and write fluently in English
•  Bi-lingual in Spanish is preferred
• Reliable transportation required
• Strong relationship management and interpersonal skills (high EQ)
•  Innovative and creative thinking (need fresh thinking)
•  Listening skills (listen first, then respond)
•  Influencing skills (proven ability to persuade others towards an idea or goal)
• Negotiation skills (proven ability to seek and close the right deals)

Education and Experience:

•  High school diploma or GED equivalent plus related specialized coursework and at least 1 year of successful fresh produce wholesale or retail sales or related management experience.
• Proficient skills in Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, Microsoft Office (particularly Excel), and common e-mail systems

Work Schedule:

• Monday through Friday with a Saturday rotation (Hybrid Schedule after the training period)

Compensation:

•  $65,000 /Year + Commission Program

Physical Demands:

• Occasionally lift up to 25 lbs
• Travel as needed and required
• Stand or sit for long periods of time

Benefits:

•  Health & Welfare Benefits (medical, dental, vision, and life insurance)
•  Paid Time Off
• Holidays
•  401(k) with Company Match
•  Weekly Pay

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances