Sales Manager, Pacific Northwest (1905)

Job Description

Job Description

Sales Manager, Pacific Northwest (1905)

Job Details

Job Location : Tinley Park Corporate Office - Tinley Park, IL

Position Type : Full Time

Job Shift : 1st

Description

About Us :

Carl Buddig and Company, a respected name in the meat manufacturing industry, boasts a legacy of over 80 years. Founded as a family-owned company, we have evolved into a leading producer of premium meat products, including renowned lunchmeats, ready-to-eat cooked meats under our Kingsford, LLC division, and savory snack meats from Old Wisconsin.

As a third-generation family business, our success is anchored in our commitment to quality, innovation, and community. With a workforce of 2,500 dedicated team members spread across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana, we continue to expand, driven by a vision for excellence and a responsiveness to evolving consumer preferences.

At Carl Buddig and Company, we foster a culture centered around teamwork and innovation. We strive to create an environment that values creativity and collaboration, ensuring every team member is empowered to contribute to our collective goals.

Our dedication extends beyond our business operations. We actively support charitable initiatives and community organizations through direct contributions, volunteer work, and partnerships. We aim to make a positive impact and give back to the communities that have supported us over the years.

Join us at Carl Buddig and Company, where tradition meets innovation, and where our passion for quality meat products is matched by our commitment to our people and communities.

Position Summary :

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Sales Manager to support our growth in the Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) sector across the Pacific Northwest. This role will assist in managing regional accounts, driving sales initiatives, and supporting the execution of strategic plans to expand market share and strengthen customer relationships.

Key Responsibilities :

• Sales Execution & Support
• Assist in managing key retail and distributor accounts across the Pacific Northwest.
• Support the development and execution of regional sales strategies aligned with national goals.
• Monitor sales performance, identify growth opportunities, and recommend corrective actions.
• Customer Relationship Management
• Build and maintain strong relationships with retail partners, brokers, and distributors.
• Provide timely support and solutions to customer inquiries and issues.
• Participate in joint business planning and promotional execution.
• Market & Competitive Analysis
• Track market trends, competitor activity, and consumer behavior to inform strategy.
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve product positioning and sales performance.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Work closely with marketing, supply chain, and finance teams to ensure alignment and execution.
• Assist in coordinating trade shows, regional events, and customer meetings.
• Reporting & Forecasting
• Prepare regular sales reports, forecasts, and performance dashboards.
• Support budget planning and ROI analysis for trade spend and promotional activities.

Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Pay range for this position is $85,000 to $120,000 depending on experience, location and territory.

Benefits for this role include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, FSA, HSA, 401(k) Plan with Company Match, Vacation & PTO, and Tuition Reimbursement. There is also a potential for a discretionary bonus this bonus is based on personal & company performance and is not a guaranteed bonus plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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