Since 1933, Vine Line Produce has been delivering fresh fruits and vegetables to our valued partners throughout the Midwest. Our goal is to collaborate and build solid relations in the produce industry, allowing us to understand our partners needs and services, so that we can support them in all things produce. Vine Line continues to be an organization built on generations of hard working, ethical, and humble families who are dedicated to building relationships by taking care of our customers. We look forward to adding to our team and continuing our growth.

Essential Functions:

• Communicate all industry related information and data to customers that will contribute to their growth and education.
• Analyze customer product categories and profit margins to develop plans for growth and profitability.
• Communicate seasonal and new product information to customers daily.
• Forecast ad and promotional volumes to all key departments.
• Develop and maintain detailed knowledge of competition and products in each customers’ geographic region.
• The Business Development Manager will grow Vine Line Produce’s retail grocery segment, while building a platform that sells to independent retail grocers and distributor network throughout geographic territory.
• Attend and participate in the weekly procurement & sales meeting.
• Customer store visitations and meetings as required.
• Educational events as required.

Competencies, Education, and Skills:

• Strong relationship management and interpersonal skills
• Innovative and creative thinking
• Influencing and negotiation skills
• Complex problem-solving
• Bilingual: Spanish Preferred
• High school diploma or GED equivalent plus related specialized coursework and at least 1 year successful fresh produce wholesale or retail sales or related management experience.
• Proficient skills in Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, Microsoft Office (particularly Excel), and common E Mail systems

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday (7:00am - 3:30pm)

Physical Demands:

• Work in cold and wet cooler conditions for extended periods of time
• Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
• Travel as needed
• Stand or sit for long periods of time

Compensation Structure:

• Base salary + Bonus. (Potential yearly between $80,000 - $85,000)

Benefits:

• Health & Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverages)
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Weekly Pay
• Cellphone, and laptop
• Career Advancement Opportunities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or another legally protected status.