Ben E. Keith
Location: 1 Ben E. Keith Way, Missouri City, Texas
For more than a century, Ben E. Keith Company has been a leader in fine food and premium beverage distribution, and we strive to consistently exceed our customers’ expectations.
Our Food Division is a complete broad line multi‑state distributor, and our Beverage Division operates throughout the state of Texas as a proud distributor of Anheuser‑Busch products, craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wine.
We are dedicated to the growth and success of our business, our customers, and our employees—continuing our commitment to delivering quality since 1906.
The purpose of the Business Development Specialist is to develop and execute a sales and marketing plan that will generate new and profitable sales growth for the branch and increase the company’s overall market share.
Responsibilities
Represent Ben E. Keith with professionalism, maintain a positive attitude and follow dress code
Assist in developing and executing a new sales and marketing plan in order to generate new business
Prepare written and verbal sales proposals, presentations and reports
Conduct product sampling and cuttings for current and prospective customers
Negotiate programs and work with DSR’s to identify & prospect targeted accounts
Must have an expert understanding of the sales process and a collaborative relationship with sales, marketing, purchasing and operations
Develop and profitably promote menu design to BEK Sales Representatives, Purchasing and customers
Assist DSM’s and DSR’s in the sales and marketing of Ben E. Keith products and services
Other duties may be assigned as needed
Qualifications
Ability to write reports, correspondence and communications. Ability to effectively present information to vendors and employees in a written and/or verbal format
Ability to prioritize multiple projects, assignments and tasks, monitoring use of time and appropriately using equipment, facilities and materials to provide timely and quality responses
Ability to learn and use all Ben E. Keith applications
Previous experience in a sales related field is preferred
Knowledge of and ability to competently use MS Office, internet and e‑mail; willingness to learn new software as needed
Valid Texas driver’s license is required for driving to perform company business
Bachelor’s degree in Business or Marketing; or related experience resulting in equivalent level of knowledge
Benefits
Short and Long Term Disability
401K with matching contribution
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program
Educational Assistance Program
Paid Vacation and Holidays
Employee Credit Union
Ben E. Keith (BEK) Company is one of the largest food and beverage distributors in the United States. We are a family‑owned business with a long‑standing tradition of supporting the diverse communities in which we live and work. Our competitive employee benefits provide health and financial protection to our employees and their families.
We have sought to create an environment in which the contributions of each employee at Ben E. Keith are fully valued. This means more than simply treating one another with respect; it also means considering how all our people can positively impact the quality of the decisions we make about our business.
Here at Ben E. Keith, we recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we want to do all we can to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. We believe our differences are also our strengths and we want to do all we can to use those strengths to find more creative solutions for the business challenges we face.
Ben E. Keith is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor
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For more than a century, Ben E. Keith Company has been a leader in fine food and premium beverage distribution, and we strive to consistently exceed our customers’ expectations.
Our Food Division is a complete broad line multi‑state distributor, and our Beverage Division operates throughout the state of Texas as a proud distributor of Anheuser‑Busch products, craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wine.
We are dedicated to the growth and success of our business, our customers, and our employees—continuing our commitment to delivering quality since 1906.
The purpose of the Business Development Specialist is to develop and execute a sales and marketing plan that will generate new and profitable sales growth for the branch and increase the company’s overall market share.
Responsibilities
Represent Ben E. Keith with professionalism, maintain a positive attitude and follow dress code
Assist in developing and executing a new sales and marketing plan in order to generate new business
Prepare written and verbal sales proposals, presentations and reports
Conduct product sampling and cuttings for current and prospective customers
Negotiate programs and work with DSR’s to identify & prospect targeted accounts
Must have an expert understanding of the sales process and a collaborative relationship with sales, marketing, purchasing and operations
Develop and profitably promote menu design to BEK Sales Representatives, Purchasing and customers
Assist DSM’s and DSR’s in the sales and marketing of Ben E. Keith products and services
Other duties may be assigned as needed
Qualifications
Ability to write reports, correspondence and communications. Ability to effectively present information to vendors and employees in a written and/or verbal format
Ability to prioritize multiple projects, assignments and tasks, monitoring use of time and appropriately using equipment, facilities and materials to provide timely and quality responses
Ability to learn and use all Ben E. Keith applications
Previous experience in a sales related field is preferred
Knowledge of and ability to competently use MS Office, internet and e‑mail; willingness to learn new software as needed
Valid Texas driver’s license is required for driving to perform company business
Bachelor’s degree in Business or Marketing; or related experience resulting in equivalent level of knowledge
Benefits
Short and Long Term Disability
401K with matching contribution
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program
Educational Assistance Program
Paid Vacation and Holidays
Employee Credit Union
Ben E. Keith (BEK) Company is one of the largest food and beverage distributors in the United States. We are a family‑owned business with a long‑standing tradition of supporting the diverse communities in which we live and work. Our competitive employee benefits provide health and financial protection to our employees and their families.
We have sought to create an environment in which the contributions of each employee at Ben E. Keith are fully valued. This means more than simply treating one another with respect; it also means considering how all our people can positively impact the quality of the decisions we make about our business.
Here at Ben E. Keith, we recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we want to do all we can to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. We believe our differences are also our strengths and we want to do all we can to use those strengths to find more creative solutions for the business challenges we face.
Ben E. Keith is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor
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