Conexus Food Solutions

Sales Manager – Food Service (Bilingual)

Conexus Food Solutions - Chicago, IL - Full Time

Who We Are
Conexus Food Solutions is a leader in the Asian food service industry, bringing a diverse range of ethnic cuisines, such as Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Thai, to the table. Our corporate headquarters in Chicago is where we house our fully integrated food processing, manufacturing, logistics, and worldwide supply chain services all under one roof. With distribution centers spanning the US, over 2 million square feet of warehousing space, and a fleet of more than 1,000 trucks, we're the go-to when it comes to reliable delivery services.

At Conexus Food Solutions, we believe that teamwork and collaboration are the keys to success. We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards of integrity and honesty in everything we do and building strong relationships with our clients. We're looking for individuals who share our values and are committed to excellence. Join our team and contribute to our culture of collaboration and integrity while growing your own skills and expertise. Together, we'll deliver high-quality products and exceptional service to our clients and achieve great things.

What You’ll Do
As the Sales Manager you will be at the forefront of our food service sales efforts in the Midwest territory. This role focuses on managing relationships with food service clients, developing tailored sales strategies, and ensuring exceptional service. Your background in food service sales, combined with your experience in dynamic and structured environments, will be key to your success.
  • Develop and execute sales strategies tailored to the food service sector.
  • Manage and nurture relationships with food service clients to ensure their needs are met.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to resolve client issues and address service-related concerns.
  • Use market insights and data to create and refine sales strategies for food service clients.
  • Represent Conexus Food Solutions at industry events and client meetings in the Midwest territory.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing or related area.
  • 5+ years of experience in the mainstream food service sales environment (Sysco, US Foods).
  • Proficiency in speaking, reading and writing in Chinese.
  • Proven track record of managing the whole sales cycle and growing client relationships.
  • Strong sales and client management skills, with the ability to develop and execute effective sales strategies.
  • In-depth understanding of the food service industry, market dynamics, and pricing.
  • Proven ability to work directly with clients and internal teams to resolve issues and enhance service delivery.
  • Demonstrated success in managing food service accounts and understanding client needs.
  • Experience with Asian food products and understanding of food service trends in the Midwest.
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