National Sales Manager - Industrial Fruit Ingre... @ The Neil Jones Food Company
placeVancouver, Washington, United States
attach_money $180,000
businessOn Site
scheduleFull Time
Posted 11 hours ago
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Overview
The Neil Jones Food Company, an industry leader in processing vine-ripened California tomatoes and Pacific Northwest fruit, is seeking a National Sales Manager - Industrial Fruit Ingredients. This role is based in Vancouver, WA at the corporate headquarters and focuses on managing all aspects of sales within the industrial fruit ingredients category.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and coordinate inventory control for industrial fruit ingredients.
- Partner with plant operations to meet quality and customer specifications.
- Maintain effective internal and external communications.
- Collaborate with sales teams to share insights and leverage relationships.
- Develop forecasts and budgets for the category.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Sales & Marketing, Food Science, or equivalent experience.
- At least 10 years of related experience in industrial food product sales.
- Strong knowledge of industrial juice sales and national logistics.
- Ability to travel 30-40% across the U.S. and Canada, with a valid driver’s license.
- Subject to pre-employment screenings including drug tests, background checks, and credit screens.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary range is $175,000 to $185,000 plus performance incentives. Benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage, 401(k) match, company-paid insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and free parking near downtown Vancouver.
Key skills/competency
- Industrial
- Sales
- Fruit Ingredients
- Strategic
- Forecasting
- Account Management
- Inventory Control
- Customer Relationships
- Logistics
- Budgeting
How to Get Hired at The Neil Jones Food Company
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research The Neil Jones Food Company: Understand the company history and values.
- Customize your resume: Highlight industrial sales and forecasting experience.
- Tailor your cover letter: Emphasize strategic sales management skills.
- Prepare for behavioral interviews: Practice examples of teamwork and leadership.
- Follow-up: Engage with recruiters on LinkedIn professionally.
📝 Interview Preparation Advice
Technical Preparation
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Study sales forecasting software.
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Review inventory control systems.
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Learn CRM and data analytics basics.
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Understand logistics and supply chain tools.
Behavioral Questions
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Describe team collaboration experiences.
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Explain managing high-stakes negotiations.
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Share leadership in challenging situations.
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Discuss adaptability in dynamic environments.
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