Confidential Hiring for Head of Sales North America (Food Ingredients) at United States Full Time

Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Sales North America to lead a sales team of +30 employees and drive revenue growth for our food ingredients company. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sales leadership, a proven track record of exceeding sales targets, and a deep understanding of the food ingredients industry.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve company sales targets and revenue growth objectives.
2. Lead and manage the sales team, including hiring, training, coaching, and performance management.
3. Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and partners to drive business growth and customer satisfaction.
4. Identify market trends, customer needs, and competitive insights to inform sales strategies and product development.
5. Collaborate with marketing, product development, and operations teams to align sales efforts with business goals and objectives.
6. Monitor sales performance metrics, analyze sales data, and prepare regular s for senior management.
7. Stay updated on industry developments, regulations, and best practices to ensure compliance and competitive advantage.
8. Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and trade shows to promote products and build brand awareness.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field; MBA preferred.
2. Proven track record of success in sales leadership roles, with at least [number] years of experience in the food ingredients industry.
3. Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a sales team.
4. Deep understanding of sales processes, customer relationship management (CRM) systems, and sales analytics.
5. Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and execute effective sales strategies in a competitive market.
6. Excellent negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
7. Ability to travel as needed to meet with customers, attend industry events, and support sales initiatives.