Retail Sales Lead, Kingsport, TN

About the role

We are seeking a Retail Sales Lead for our Kingsport, TN territory. This is a full-time, remote position where you will spend most of your time driving to and spending time with your clients. The successful candidate will reside in Tennessee within the center of Kingsport, including but not limited to Bloomingdale, Colonial Heights, Church Hill, Blountville, Gate City, Cliffside, Johnson City, Bristol, and Pactolus.

Responsibilities

• Selling, negotiating, and executing business plans
• Partnering with key decision makers in store accounts
• Leveraging business intelligence data, and creating a selling story to drive the business for the customers and WK Kellogg Co
• Driving Results – Delivering on key metrics such as POS (Point of Sale), budget, call coverage, and maintaining “perfect shelf” strategy
• Building Relationships – Establishing a rapport with retail partners and implementing creative ideas and innovative solutions to overcome roadblocks and selling within the grocery landscape

Qualifications

• Previous experience or desire to launch a career in retail sales
• A high school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• A valid driver’s license
• No more than two moving violations within the past 36 months
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to interact with all levels of management
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills with a high degree of self-discipline, initiative, and drive
• A customer centric approach to problem solving, influencing, and negotiation skills
• Ability to analyze and interpret market data
• Exceptionally organized and efficient, with strong time management skills and the ability to work independently
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to utilize various software applications (e.g. Power BI) and other Sales platforms
• Natural curiosity and a strong desire to learn

Benefits

• Incentive Plan bonus eligibility
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Savings and Investment Plan with Company match and contribution
• Paid Time Off (includes paid sick time)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance, AD & D Insurance and STD/LTD
• Tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance for eligible employees
• Employee recognition program

Pay

The salary range for this position is $52,080 - $65,100. Salary pay ranges are determined by role and level. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, certifications, qualifications, relevant education or training, and local market conditions.

Schedule

This is a full-time, remote position.