McKee Foods Corporation
District Sales Representative - Cape Girardeau, MO
McKee Foods Corporation, Collegedale, Tennessee, us, 37315
Join America’s favorite family bakery since 1934—home of Little Debbie®, Drake’s® Cakes, and Sunbelt Bakery® Granola Bars. Work with legacy brands that bring smiles nationwide. Benefit from a culture committed to work‑life balance, guaranteed time off, supportive health and wellness offerings, profit sharing, long‑term job security, and diverse career paths at McKee Foods.
Pay Salaried grade 8 – $79,500 – $90,700 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. Actual salaries may vary and may be higher with extensive experience and strong performance.
Schedule Monday – Friday, 40+ hours (start early, often prior to sunrise).
Location The central location and ideal residency for the incumbent is in or around:
Sikeston or Cape Girardeau, MO
District Coverage
Sikeston, Cape Girardeau, and Popular Bluff, MO
Job Summary District Sales Representative driving sales growth in the assigned district. Collaborate with independent wholesale distributors and retailers, foster relationships, and identify lucrative sales opportunities. Serve as a face of McKee Foods, motivating and supporting wholesale distributors, ensuring product success.
Responsibilities
Foster sales growth through collaboration with independent wholesale distributors and retailers
Cultivate strong business relationships with distributors and retailers
Act as a liaison between McKee Foods, wholesale distributors, and retailers
Motivate existing wholesalers to expand sales
Recruit and appoint competent candidates to distributorships
Provide orientation for new distributors and communicate best business practices
Manage and develop a company sales territory as necessary
Ensure daily operation and maintenance of a company vehicle
Adhere to established business conduct practices
Maintain regular communication with supervision
Complete reports and assignments in a timely manner
Perform temporary and occasional operation of an open location
Serve as a professional representative of McKee Foods in the marketplace
Required Qualifications
Minimum of one to two years of post‑high school education or equivalent experience
Three years of retail management or sales experience
Previous customer service experience across diverse situations
Capable of lifting and moving up to 25 pounds
Ability to draw conclusions from data, prepare and deliver sales presentations
Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment
Experience in establishing strong business relationships
High level of initiative, self‑motivation and independence with a goal‑oriented mindset
Excellent communication skills
Proficiency in MS Office applications and mobile technology
Willingness to travel extensively within or outside of the assigned district
Ability to operate a box truck weighing more than 10,000 pounds when needed
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
High level of personal integrity and professionalism
Preferred Qualifications
College degree in a business‑related field
Three years of sales experience in consumer packaged goods (CPG) and/or Direct Store Delivery (DSD) industry
Proven experience making sales calls with retailers (store level and headquarters)
Ability to complete a DOT physical examination
Benefits
Company sales vehicle provided
Cell phone allowance
Laptop provided / iPad reimbursement available
Business expense reimbursement
Competitive weekly pay
Profit‑sharing cash bonus program
401(k) with matching contributions
19 days paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.)
Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and prescription drug plan
Supplemental plans, including life insurance
Fully‑paid parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Credit Union
Wellness programs with incentives
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Short‑term and long‑term disability benefits (company‑paid)
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Pay Salaried grade 8 – $79,500 – $90,700 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. Actual salaries may vary and may be higher with extensive experience and strong performance.
Schedule Monday – Friday, 40+ hours (start early, often prior to sunrise).
Location The central location and ideal residency for the incumbent is in or around:
Sikeston or Cape Girardeau, MO
District Coverage
Sikeston, Cape Girardeau, and Popular Bluff, MO
Job Summary District Sales Representative driving sales growth in the assigned district. Collaborate with independent wholesale distributors and retailers, foster relationships, and identify lucrative sales opportunities. Serve as a face of McKee Foods, motivating and supporting wholesale distributors, ensuring product success.
Responsibilities
Foster sales growth through collaboration with independent wholesale distributors and retailers
Cultivate strong business relationships with distributors and retailers
Act as a liaison between McKee Foods, wholesale distributors, and retailers
Motivate existing wholesalers to expand sales
Recruit and appoint competent candidates to distributorships
Provide orientation for new distributors and communicate best business practices
Manage and develop a company sales territory as necessary
Ensure daily operation and maintenance of a company vehicle
Adhere to established business conduct practices
Maintain regular communication with supervision
Complete reports and assignments in a timely manner
Perform temporary and occasional operation of an open location
Serve as a professional representative of McKee Foods in the marketplace
Required Qualifications
Minimum of one to two years of post‑high school education or equivalent experience
Three years of retail management or sales experience
Previous customer service experience across diverse situations
Capable of lifting and moving up to 25 pounds
Ability to draw conclusions from data, prepare and deliver sales presentations
Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment
Experience in establishing strong business relationships
High level of initiative, self‑motivation and independence with a goal‑oriented mindset
Excellent communication skills
Proficiency in MS Office applications and mobile technology
Willingness to travel extensively within or outside of the assigned district
Ability to operate a box truck weighing more than 10,000 pounds when needed
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
High level of personal integrity and professionalism
Preferred Qualifications
College degree in a business‑related field
Three years of sales experience in consumer packaged goods (CPG) and/or Direct Store Delivery (DSD) industry
Proven experience making sales calls with retailers (store level and headquarters)
Ability to complete a DOT physical examination
Benefits
Company sales vehicle provided
Cell phone allowance
Laptop provided / iPad reimbursement available
Business expense reimbursement
Competitive weekly pay
Profit‑sharing cash bonus program
401(k) with matching contributions
19 days paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.)
Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and prescription drug plan
Supplemental plans, including life insurance
Fully‑paid parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Credit Union
Wellness programs with incentives
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Short‑term and long‑term disability benefits (company‑paid)
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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