Leprino Foods
Position Title: Regional Business Manager (LATAM)
Shift Type: Full Time
Location: Denver, CO, US, 80211
Posted Date: Jan 16, 2024
Requisition ID: 29451
No of Openings: 1
Job Functions: Sales
Description: Within our Corporate Cheese Business team located in DenverLeprino is seeking a Regional Business Manager for Latin America. Thisnewly created role is a unique opportunity to drive our cheese sales andmarket presence in a dynamic and diverse region. We are committed to being"world's best" and need a passionate individual to join us on this journey.
At Leprino Foods, starting compensation for this role typically rangesbetween $115,000 and $141,000. This position has an annual target bonus of 12%.
Spearhead account management and new business development in LatinAmerica, focusing primarily on Mexico and Central America, with astrategic approach to customer satisfaction and loyalty. -In this role you will be responsible for identifying, onboarding, andmanaging key accounts with the assigned Latin America region.Engage in extensive travel (75%) across the region for clientmeetings, market analysis, and relationship building.Partner closely with the hiring manager/head of LATAM business developmentfor the first six months to establish a robust understanding of customerneeds, competitor landscape, and market dynamics.Dedicate efforts to hands-on account management, supporting customer needsand coordinating with Leprino's cross-functional teams.Developing new sources of volume growth and improve profit with current andprospect clients.Navigate and adapt to varying regional regulations, with a focus onunderstanding regulatory impacts and changes in Central American countries toincrease Leprino s presence in the region.Build genuine, lasting relationships at all levels, working with channelpartners to identify current or underserved accounts and develop sellingstrategies to optimize customer penetration.You Have At Least (Required Qualifications):* - Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales or arelated field. -* 5+ years of experience in account management & business development witha Master's Degree, or 8+ years with a Bachelor's Degree.* Previous business development experience in the Latin American region.* Demonstrated and objective proof of profit growth and success in sales andbusiness development.* Professional-level fluency in Spanish and English, both written and verbal.* Willingness to travel extensively (at least 70%) and adapt to diversecultural environments throughout the region.* Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships at both theC-Suite and ground floor (individual restaurant) levels.
We Hope You Also Have (Preferred Qualifications):* Experience in the food sales industry, especially with commodities.* Familiarity with import and export regulations in LATAM.* Proven track record of profit growth and chain account management.* Knowledge of regional market trends and tariff implications.
Leprino Foods celebrates and supports diversity. We believe in equalopportunity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion,ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, maritalstatus, veteran status, or disability. We know we are better together andare committed to creating an inclusive and supportive culture that uses theunique talents, experiences, background, and perspectives of each individual em
Offering You In Return:A chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producingand delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish familiesaround the world. Leprino Foods could not be where it is today without ourincredible employees. That is why we share in our success together byrewarding you for your hard work. Hiring great people who are in it for thelong run i our goal. Through competitive salaries and bonuses, life,medical/dental/vision coverage, voluntary benefits, employeeassistance programs, wellness incentives, tuition assistance,vacation, ten paid holidays, sick time, paid parental leave,
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status
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