Vice President Of Business Development

Vice President of Business Development About the Company Well-established food service company

Industry
Food & Beverages

Type
Privately Held








About the Role The Company is in need of a Vice President of Business Development with a focus on contract food services, particularly in the K-12 school sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing and leading successful sales strategies, working with a team to meet sales goals, and utilizing a CRM to track and manage a 3-year prospecting pipeline. This role also involves overseeing the financial viability of the business, developing client proposals, and attending and fostering strong relationships in client prospect meetings. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in consultative sales, with at least 3 years specifically in contract food services for K-12 schools, and must demonstrate a passion for people-first customer service.

Applicants for the Vice President of Business Development position at the company should possess a proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets, as well as experience in analyzing and assessing RFPs/RFIs. The role requires a creative and self-motivated individual with the ability to identify and implement sales process improvements. Qualifications include a strong background in developing proformas or financial analysis, and the candidate should be adept at utilizing research to enhance the sales process. The company values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and the chosen candidate will be part of a purpose-driven, quality-focused organization that is dedicated to making a difference in the field of education.




Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions Business Development