Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in sales or related field
- Minimum 10 years of sales leadership experience
- Excellent strategic and business mindset
- Strong team building skills
- Solid understanding of project management and business operations
- Possession of the “Five I’s” of Leadership – Intellect, Innovation & Creativity, Initiative, Interpersonal Skills, Integrity
Responsibilities
- The Sales Director is responsible for leading, managing, directing, and coordinating all sales related activities necessary to achieve profitability, long-term growth, and stability of the business
- The primary objective is to define and drive strategic sales initiatives that establish, expand, and maintain a strong customer base, coordinate sales campaigns, manage and develop the sales team, and represent, support, and promote assigned vendor products
- Lead, coach, and mentor the sales team, ensuring goals are met or exceeded
- Develop and maintain a strong prospect pipeline to continually feed Star Blends' sales funnel
- Track sales KPI's and make adjustments as needed
- Develop and implement sales strategies to drive business growth and increase market share
- Manage relationships with key independent consultants
- Manage and organize our CRM database
- Review financial statements, CRM sales, activity reports, and other performance data
- Direct and coordinate budget activities to determine equipment sales revenues, maximize resources, and increase efficiencies
- Participate in industry related events such as conferences and trade shows
- Provide monthly/quarterly updates related to budget and forecast
- Foster professional growth for self and others
Benefits
- Company Vehicle + Technology
- Health, Dental, Life, Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(K) w/ Company Match
- Incentive Program
- Educational Assistance Program & Paid Training Opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fun and Flexible Work Environment
Are you a professional and experienced sales leader? Ready for an opportunity to step into a Sales Director role and grow with us? If so, consider joining our Star Blends team.
Who We Are:
Star Blends is a full-service feed manufacturing facility that uses state-of-the-art technology to produce high quality animal feed, dairy nutrition, and commodity contracting for our hardworking Midwest farm families. Our passion is our people and helping guide farm success. We value integrity and take pride in growing our team of leaders. We don't just sell feed for animals; we help farmers improve their livelihood.
Curious to learn more? Check out our website: Star Blends
Star Blends is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Company information: Star Blends is a modern, feed manufacturing facility specializing in custom feeds for dairy producers. Located in Sparta, WI and Chippewa Falls. Star Blends serves Central, Western, and Southwestern Wisconsin as well as Southeast Minnesota and Northeast Iowa.
Privately Held
Sparta, WI
Company Specialties:
Agriculture, Feed Manufacturing, Commodities, Transportation, Delivery, Sales, and Customer Service