Business Development Manager - Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri

JOB SUMMARY

The primary responsibilities of this position are to analyze new business opportunities, analyze existing customer profitability and participate in new business strategy and feasibility planning.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Acquire and validate data from prospective new customers

Provide relevant data and direction to Distribution Services, Purchasing, Procurement, Operations, and Finance to analyze the impact of the new business

Validate the reasonability of the departmental input and modify it as necessary

Proforma the new business

Assist in preparation of RFP submission

Participate as requested in meetings with potential new customers to obtain data and explain proposals

Analyze the profitability of existing customers and recommend new fees upon the expiration of existing contracts

Proforma “what if” scenarios on ways to improve the company's profitability

Continually refine the proforma process to improve accuracy and timeliness

Participate in the company's strategic planning

Other duties as assigned or necessary

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

4-year degree in business, marketing or related field

Experience

Plus a minimum of 3 years experience of food sales in distribution / manufacturing industry

Physical Demands

Must be able to communicate clearly via telephone and personal contact with customers and other company personnel

Mental / Visual Demands

Must be able to read at a distance close to the eyes. Driving requires distance vision

Travel

Occasional travel by automobile and air is required

Equipment Operated

Automobile, Personal Computer with Microsoft Office Suite knowledge

License, Certificates, and Registration

Valid driver’s license and certificate of auto insurance as defined in Company Policy

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