Kellanova
Hammonton, New Jersey
Join our team at our Blue Anchor manufacturing facility, where we are committed to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. As a Manufacturing Reliability (MR) Technician, you will play a key role in supporting our Manufacturing Reliability and Continuous Improvement efforts by enabling measurable improvements across plant systems, processes, and performance. This hands on role supports efficiency, loss elimination, and capability building across shifts - helping ensure equipment and processes run safely, reliably, and consistently. The pay for this role is $25.65 (90% of listed classification the first 6 months), then $28.50 (100% of listed classification after 6 months) per CBA. At Kellanova, you'll be part of a team that values collaboration, problem solving, and a growth mindset. You ' ll partner closely with Operations, Quality & Food Safety, and Maintenance teams while supporting the implementation of Kellanova Work Systems (KWS), Lean principles, and reliability focused best practices. A Taste of What You'll Be Doing KWS & Continuous Improvement Support: Support the execution of Daily Management Systems and KWS activities across assigned production areas. Participate in, and sometimes lead, CI activities including Kaizens, training sessions, problem solving events, and loss elimination efforts. Assist with development, review, and auditing of procedures, including One Point Lessons and training manuals. Support CI training presentations and help build CI capability across the plant. Operational Reliability Support: Assist with root cause analysis, corrective action follow up, and CI project tracking. Collect and analyze operational data, helping map losses and identify improvement opportunities. Support maintenance and reliability teams by helping document equipment abnormalities, escalating trends, and generating CI related work orders. Maintain CI visual boards and ensure documentation remains accurate and current. Safety & Quality Focus: Model and reinforce plant safety rules and behaviors, including behavior based safety practices. Ensure adherence to GMPs and maintain proper documentation to support safety, quality, and compliance. Support the development of safety-related training materials and help track safety work orders through SAP. Engagement and Collaboration: Maintain strong working relationships with Operations, Maintenance, and Quality teams across all shifts. Provide floor presence to support operator engagement, one on one contact, and communication of CI initiatives. Support Lean Manufacturing principles by issuing reports, conducting observations, and helping coach team members in Lean methodology. We're Looking for Someone With HS Diploma or GED required Prior manufacturing experience (food manufacturing and lean environment experience preferred) Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office & SAP required) Demonstrated ability to work with employees at all levels-operators, supervisors, union leadership, and plant leadership Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills Ability to work all shifts as needed No current attendance or disciplinary issues Willingness to become a trainer for multiple CI programs Ability to work independently and bring solutions forward in a fast paced environment What's Next After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. If you join our team, you'll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small. All applicants must have permanent legal authorization to work in the United States. Kellanova does not sponsor employment visas for this role. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, employee assistance program, short-term disability coverage, and long-term disability insurance. Also, voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident as well as a 401(k) plan with company contributions is available. Part-time employees may have access to benefits on a pro-rated basis. See for more information. Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email . Get to Know Us We've always been driven to unleash the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our iconic, world-class brands at Kellanova include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others. Mars, Incorporated has acquired Kellanova in a transaction that brings together iconic brands, storied legacies and outstanding capabilities with a view to shape the future of snacking. You can learn more here , and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process. Let's shape the future of snacking. Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here .
Join our team at our Blue Anchor manufacturing facility, where we are committed to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. As a Manufacturing Reliability (MR) Technician, you will play a key role in supporting our Manufacturing Reliability and Continuous Improvement efforts by enabling measurable improvements across plant systems, processes, and performance. This hands on role supports efficiency, loss elimination, and capability building across shifts - helping ensure equipment and processes run safely, reliably, and consistently. The pay for this role is $25.65 (90% of listed classification the first 6 months), then $28.50 (100% of listed classification after 6 months) per CBA. At Kellanova, you'll be part of a team that values collaboration, problem solving, and a growth mindset. You ' ll partner closely with Operations, Quality & Food Safety, and Maintenance teams while supporting the implementation of Kellanova Work Systems (KWS), Lean principles, and reliability focused best practices. A Taste of What You'll Be Doing KWS & Continuous Improvement Support: Support the execution of Daily Management Systems and KWS activities across assigned production areas. Participate in, and sometimes lead, CI activities including Kaizens, training sessions, problem solving events, and loss elimination efforts. Assist with development, review, and auditing of procedures, including One Point Lessons and training manuals. Support CI training presentations and help build CI capability across the plant. Operational Reliability Support: Assist with root cause analysis, corrective action follow up, and CI project tracking. Collect and analyze operational data, helping map losses and identify improvement opportunities. Support maintenance and reliability teams by helping document equipment abnormalities, escalating trends, and generating CI related work orders. Maintain CI visual boards and ensure documentation remains accurate and current. Safety & Quality Focus: Model and reinforce plant safety rules and behaviors, including behavior based safety practices. Ensure adherence to GMPs and maintain proper documentation to support safety, quality, and compliance. Support the development of safety-related training materials and help track safety work orders through SAP. Engagement and Collaboration: Maintain strong working relationships with Operations, Maintenance, and Quality teams across all shifts. Provide floor presence to support operator engagement, one on one contact, and communication of CI initiatives. Support Lean Manufacturing principles by issuing reports, conducting observations, and helping coach team members in Lean methodology. We're Looking for Someone With HS Diploma or GED required Prior manufacturing experience (food manufacturing and lean environment experience preferred) Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office & SAP required) Demonstrated ability to work with employees at all levels-operators, supervisors, union leadership, and plant leadership Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills Ability to work all shifts as needed No current attendance or disciplinary issues Willingness to become a trainer for multiple CI programs Ability to work independently and bring solutions forward in a fast paced environment What's Next After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. If you join our team, you'll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small. All applicants must have permanent legal authorization to work in the United States. Kellanova does not sponsor employment visas for this role. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, employee assistance program, short-term disability coverage, and long-term disability insurance. Also, voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident as well as a 401(k) plan with company contributions is available. Part-time employees may have access to benefits on a pro-rated basis. See for more information. Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email . Get to Know Us We've always been driven to unleash the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our iconic, world-class brands at Kellanova include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others. Mars, Incorporated has acquired Kellanova in a transaction that brings together iconic brands, storied legacies and outstanding capabilities with a view to shape the future of snacking. You can learn more here , and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process. Let's shape the future of snacking. Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here .
Guest Supply
Las Vegas, Nevada
Who We Are At Manchester Mills, a division of Guest Worldwide, we believe in the power of life's little comforts - delivering uniquely exceptional guest experiences through uncompromising quality and a relentless passion for innovation. As one of the world's leading hospitality textile producers, we are committed to meeting the ever-changing needs of our customers, while making responsible choices to shrink our ecological footprint and protect the health of our customers and team members. For more information, visit . Position Purpose: This position is primarily focused on generating revenue from the acquisition of new accounts within the Independent Channel. Sales targets are determined by a set of criteria established and assigned by sales management. The utilization of strategic and diligent prospecting along with disciplined planning, excellent relationship building and closing skills is essential to consistently developing a successful pipeline of new account revenue. Collaboration with the Corporate Accounts Management Group team and the Guest Supply field sales team in the assigned region will also be key in maximizing results. This position will be located in the sales region supported by the role and will include travel within your assigned territory, to management groups in additional territories (as needed) and to trade shows (as needed). Territory includes prospective accounts in multiple states in a defined geographic region Primary Responsibilities: New business acquisition in Support of Manchester Mills Consistently generate revenue from new accounts within the Independent hotel market to meet or exceed the sales target determined for the territory. Achieve assigned sales goals and metrics. Development of an overall territory plan and strategy that identifies the customers and products needed to deliver sales targets and leverages relationships of Guest Supply TMs in the territory to increase pipeline. Build strong relationships across a variety of customer organizational levels and functions at target properties (GM, Rooms / Operations, Housekeeping, Procurement). Gathers relevant information about prospects to be used in the selling process. Sells leveraging the strength of brands, innovations and product features/benefits, and not solely based on price and service levels. Prepare powerful presentations, negotiate/quote pricing and terms in collaboration with strategic partners within the organization, management of the process of onboarding new customers and transition from lead generation to long term customer with an assigned account manager. With support from sales leadership is beginning to manage more complex selling situations, including determining the relevant stakeholders within a customer and customizing messaging /solutions for successful account acquisition and developing more complex product solutions, including stock, custom, and retail brand partnerships. Support MM manufactured (and strategically sourced) textile products' sales growth for Guest Supply distribution Prepare TMs for textile product presentations via phone consultation and skype meetings. Participate in regional and district meetings as the manufacturer sales rep supporting the territory sales team. Join TMs for customer sales presentations when there is significant volume for new textile business. Participate as needed at Trade Shows as the manufacturer sales rep. Uses a CRM system to promptly and accurately document sales activities, keep track of plans, pipeline development, and progress of prospective opportunities. Participates on project teams, communicates cross-functionally with internal departments, and performs other duties as assigned. Provide industry/regional competitive insights and strategic feedback to ensure MM open line portfolio meets the needs of the competitive market and keeps pace with industry trend. Analyze with strategic internal partners around the regional sales performance as it related to products, portfolio, price, availability, etc. Identify product GAPS and opportunities. Work with relevant team members to provide MM solutions to grow the business. Responsibilities for margin management and category management related to the MM goals. Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience. Business, Sales, Marketing Experience: Minimum of three to four years of successful sales experience. One to two years of sales experience with a focus on New Business Development/New Account Acquisition including both inside and outside sales. Hospitality Industry and/or Textile Experience preferred Skills: Professional, polished telephone presence and face-to-face demeanor. Exceptional verbal and written communication, negotiation and active listening skills. Ability to ask meaningful questions to help identify and solve customer needs. Professionally persistent with great follow up. Strong organizational skills. Ability to understand and retain information on a large portfolio of products and brands. Strong proficiency with basic computer hardware and software (MicroSoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and CRM). Strong Analytical skills around multiple data systems Self-motivated and enjoys working independently while ability to collaborate and communicate with cross functional teams in various locations.
Who We Are At Manchester Mills, a division of Guest Worldwide, we believe in the power of life's little comforts - delivering uniquely exceptional guest experiences through uncompromising quality and a relentless passion for innovation. As one of the world's leading hospitality textile producers, we are committed to meeting the ever-changing needs of our customers, while making responsible choices to shrink our ecological footprint and protect the health of our customers and team members. For more information, visit . Position Purpose: This position is primarily focused on generating revenue from the acquisition of new accounts within the Independent Channel. Sales targets are determined by a set of criteria established and assigned by sales management. The utilization of strategic and diligent prospecting along with disciplined planning, excellent relationship building and closing skills is essential to consistently developing a successful pipeline of new account revenue. Collaboration with the Corporate Accounts Management Group team and the Guest Supply field sales team in the assigned region will also be key in maximizing results. This position will be located in the sales region supported by the role and will include travel within your assigned territory, to management groups in additional territories (as needed) and to trade shows (as needed). Territory includes prospective accounts in multiple states in a defined geographic region Primary Responsibilities: New business acquisition in Support of Manchester Mills Consistently generate revenue from new accounts within the Independent hotel market to meet or exceed the sales target determined for the territory. Achieve assigned sales goals and metrics. Development of an overall territory plan and strategy that identifies the customers and products needed to deliver sales targets and leverages relationships of Guest Supply TMs in the territory to increase pipeline. Build strong relationships across a variety of customer organizational levels and functions at target properties (GM, Rooms / Operations, Housekeeping, Procurement). Gathers relevant information about prospects to be used in the selling process. Sells leveraging the strength of brands, innovations and product features/benefits, and not solely based on price and service levels. Prepare powerful presentations, negotiate/quote pricing and terms in collaboration with strategic partners within the organization, management of the process of onboarding new customers and transition from lead generation to long term customer with an assigned account manager. With support from sales leadership is beginning to manage more complex selling situations, including determining the relevant stakeholders within a customer and customizing messaging /solutions for successful account acquisition and developing more complex product solutions, including stock, custom, and retail brand partnerships. Support MM manufactured (and strategically sourced) textile products' sales growth for Guest Supply distribution Prepare TMs for textile product presentations via phone consultation and skype meetings. Participate in regional and district meetings as the manufacturer sales rep supporting the territory sales team. Join TMs for customer sales presentations when there is significant volume for new textile business. Participate as needed at Trade Shows as the manufacturer sales rep. Uses a CRM system to promptly and accurately document sales activities, keep track of plans, pipeline development, and progress of prospective opportunities. Participates on project teams, communicates cross-functionally with internal departments, and performs other duties as assigned. Provide industry/regional competitive insights and strategic feedback to ensure MM open line portfolio meets the needs of the competitive market and keeps pace with industry trend. Analyze with strategic internal partners around the regional sales performance as it related to products, portfolio, price, availability, etc. Identify product GAPS and opportunities. Work with relevant team members to provide MM solutions to grow the business. Responsibilities for margin management and category management related to the MM goals. Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience. Business, Sales, Marketing Experience: Minimum of three to four years of successful sales experience. One to two years of sales experience with a focus on New Business Development/New Account Acquisition including both inside and outside sales. Hospitality Industry and/or Textile Experience preferred Skills: Professional, polished telephone presence and face-to-face demeanor. Exceptional verbal and written communication, negotiation and active listening skills. Ability to ask meaningful questions to help identify and solve customer needs. Professionally persistent with great follow up. Strong organizational skills. Ability to understand and retain information on a large portfolio of products and brands. Strong proficiency with basic computer hardware and software (MicroSoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and CRM). Strong Analytical skills around multiple data systems Self-motivated and enjoys working independently while ability to collaborate and communicate with cross functional teams in various locations.
Guest Supply
Las Vegas, Nevada
Who We Are At Manchester Mills, a division of Guest Worldwide, we believe in the power of life's little comforts - delivering uniquely exceptional guest experiences through uncompromising quality and a relentless passion for innovation. As one of the world's leading hospitality textile producers, we are committed to meeting the ever-changing needs of our customers, while making responsible choices to shrink our ecological footprint and protect the health of our customers and team members. For more information, visit . Position Purpose: This position is primarily focused on generating revenue from the acquisition of new accounts within the Independent Channel. Sales targets are determined by a set of criteria established and assigned by sales management. The utilization of strategic and diligent prospecting along with disciplined planning, excellent relationship building and closing skills is essential to consistently developing a successful pipeline of new account revenue. Collaboration with the Corporate Accounts Management Group team and the Guest Supply field sales team in the assigned region will also be key in maximizing results. This position will be located in the sales region supported by the role and will include travel within your assigned territory, to management groups in additional territories (as needed) and to trade shows (as needed). Territory includes prospective accounts in multiple states in a defined geographic region Primary Responsibilities: New business acquisition in Support of Manchester Mills Consistently generate revenue from new accounts within the Independent hotel market to meet or exceed the sales target determined for the territory. Achieve assigned sales goals and metrics. Development of an overall territory plan and strategy that identifies the customers and products needed to deliver sales targets and leverages relationships of Guest Supply TMs in the territory to increase pipeline. Build strong relationships across a variety of customer organizational levels and functions at target properties (GM, Rooms / Operations, Housekeeping, Procurement). Gathers relevant information about prospects to be used in the selling process. Sells leveraging the strength of brands, innovations and product features/benefits, and not solely based on price and service levels. Prepare powerful presentations, negotiate/quote pricing and terms in collaboration with strategic partners within the organization, management of the process of onboarding new customers and transition from lead generation to long term customer with an assigned account manager. With support from sales leadership is beginning to manage more complex selling situations, including determining the relevant stakeholders within a customer and customizing messaging /solutions for successful account acquisition and developing more complex product solutions, including stock, custom, and retail brand partnerships. Support MM manufactured (and strategically sourced) textile products' sales growth for Guest Supply distribution Prepare TMs for textile product presentations via phone consultation and skype meetings. Participate in regional and district meetings as the manufacturer sales rep supporting the territory sales team. Join TMs for customer sales presentations when there is significant volume for new textile business. Participate as needed at Trade Shows as the manufacturer sales rep. Uses a CRM system to promptly and accurately document sales activities, keep track of plans, pipeline development, and progress of prospective opportunities. Participates on project teams, communicates cross-functionally with internal departments, and performs other duties as assigned. Provide industry/regional competitive insights and strategic feedback to ensure MM open line portfolio meets the needs of the competitive market and keeps pace with industry trend. Analyze with strategic internal partners around the regional sales performance as it related to products, portfolio, price, availability, etc. Identify product GAPS and opportunities. Work with relevant team members to provide MM solutions to grow the business. Responsibilities for margin management and category management related to the MM goals. Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience. Business, Sales, Marketing Experience: Minimum of three to four years of successful sales experience. One to two years of sales experience with a focus on New Business Development/New Account Acquisition including both inside and outside sales. Hospitality Industry and/or Textile Experience preferred Skills: Professional, polished telephone presence and face-to-face demeanor. Exceptional verbal and written communication, negotiation and active listening skills. Ability to ask meaningful questions to help identify and solve customer needs. Professionally persistent with great follow up. Strong organizational skills. Ability to understand and retain information on a large portfolio of products and brands. Strong proficiency with basic computer hardware and software (MicroSoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and CRM). Strong Analytical skills around multiple data systems Self-motivated and enjoys working independently while ability to collaborate and communicate with cross functional teams in various locations.
Who We Are At Manchester Mills, a division of Guest Worldwide, we believe in the power of life's little comforts - delivering uniquely exceptional guest experiences through uncompromising quality and a relentless passion for innovation. As one of the world's leading hospitality textile producers, we are committed to meeting the ever-changing needs of our customers, while making responsible choices to shrink our ecological footprint and protect the health of our customers and team members. For more information, visit . Position Purpose: This position is primarily focused on generating revenue from the acquisition of new accounts within the Independent Channel. Sales targets are determined by a set of criteria established and assigned by sales management. The utilization of strategic and diligent prospecting along with disciplined planning, excellent relationship building and closing skills is essential to consistently developing a successful pipeline of new account revenue. Collaboration with the Corporate Accounts Management Group team and the Guest Supply field sales team in the assigned region will also be key in maximizing results. This position will be located in the sales region supported by the role and will include travel within your assigned territory, to management groups in additional territories (as needed) and to trade shows (as needed). Territory includes prospective accounts in multiple states in a defined geographic region Primary Responsibilities: New business acquisition in Support of Manchester Mills Consistently generate revenue from new accounts within the Independent hotel market to meet or exceed the sales target determined for the territory. Achieve assigned sales goals and metrics. Development of an overall territory plan and strategy that identifies the customers and products needed to deliver sales targets and leverages relationships of Guest Supply TMs in the territory to increase pipeline. Build strong relationships across a variety of customer organizational levels and functions at target properties (GM, Rooms / Operations, Housekeeping, Procurement). Gathers relevant information about prospects to be used in the selling process. Sells leveraging the strength of brands, innovations and product features/benefits, and not solely based on price and service levels. Prepare powerful presentations, negotiate/quote pricing and terms in collaboration with strategic partners within the organization, management of the process of onboarding new customers and transition from lead generation to long term customer with an assigned account manager. With support from sales leadership is beginning to manage more complex selling situations, including determining the relevant stakeholders within a customer and customizing messaging /solutions for successful account acquisition and developing more complex product solutions, including stock, custom, and retail brand partnerships. Support MM manufactured (and strategically sourced) textile products' sales growth for Guest Supply distribution Prepare TMs for textile product presentations via phone consultation and skype meetings. Participate in regional and district meetings as the manufacturer sales rep supporting the territory sales team. Join TMs for customer sales presentations when there is significant volume for new textile business. Participate as needed at Trade Shows as the manufacturer sales rep. Uses a CRM system to promptly and accurately document sales activities, keep track of plans, pipeline development, and progress of prospective opportunities. Participates on project teams, communicates cross-functionally with internal departments, and performs other duties as assigned. Provide industry/regional competitive insights and strategic feedback to ensure MM open line portfolio meets the needs of the competitive market and keeps pace with industry trend. Analyze with strategic internal partners around the regional sales performance as it related to products, portfolio, price, availability, etc. Identify product GAPS and opportunities. Work with relevant team members to provide MM solutions to grow the business. Responsibilities for margin management and category management related to the MM goals. Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience. Business, Sales, Marketing Experience: Minimum of three to four years of successful sales experience. One to two years of sales experience with a focus on New Business Development/New Account Acquisition including both inside and outside sales. Hospitality Industry and/or Textile Experience preferred Skills: Professional, polished telephone presence and face-to-face demeanor. Exceptional verbal and written communication, negotiation and active listening skills. Ability to ask meaningful questions to help identify and solve customer needs. Professionally persistent with great follow up. Strong organizational skills. Ability to understand and retain information on a large portfolio of products and brands. Strong proficiency with basic computer hardware and software (MicroSoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and CRM). Strong Analytical skills around multiple data systems Self-motivated and enjoys working independently while ability to collaborate and communicate with cross functional teams in various locations.
Guest Supply
Las Vegas, Nevada
Who We Are At Manchester Mills, a division of Guest Worldwide, we believe in the power of life's little comforts - delivering uniquely exceptional guest experiences through uncompromising quality and a relentless passion for innovation. As one of the world's leading hospitality textile producers, we are committed to meeting the ever-changing needs of our customers, while making responsible choices to shrink our ecological footprint and protect the health of our customers and team members. For more information, visit . Position Purpose: This position is primarily focused on generating revenue from the acquisition of new accounts within the Independent Channel. Sales targets are determined by a set of criteria established and assigned by sales management. The utilization of strategic and diligent prospecting along with disciplined planning, excellent relationship building and closing skills is essential to consistently developing a successful pipeline of new account revenue. Collaboration with the Corporate Accounts Management Group team and the Guest Supply field sales team in the assigned region will also be key in maximizing results. This position will be located in the sales region supported by the role and will include travel within your assigned territory, to management groups in additional territories (as needed) and to trade shows (as needed). Territory includes prospective accounts in multiple states in a defined geographic region Primary Responsibilities: New business acquisition in Support of Manchester Mills Consistently generate revenue from new accounts within the Independent hotel market to meet or exceed the sales target determined for the territory. Achieve assigned sales goals and metrics. Development of an overall territory plan and strategy that identifies the customers and products needed to deliver sales targets and leverages relationships of Guest Supply TMs in the territory to increase pipeline. Build strong relationships across a variety of customer organizational levels and functions at target properties (GM, Rooms / Operations, Housekeeping, Procurement). Gathers relevant information about prospects to be used in the selling process. Sells leveraging the strength of brands, innovations and product features/benefits, and not solely based on price and service levels. Prepare powerful presentations, negotiate/quote pricing and terms in collaboration with strategic partners within the organization, management of the process of onboarding new customers and transition from lead generation to long term customer with an assigned account manager. With support from sales leadership is beginning to manage more complex selling situations, including determining the relevant stakeholders within a customer and customizing messaging /solutions for successful account acquisition and developing more complex product solutions, including stock, custom, and retail brand partnerships. Support MM manufactured (and strategically sourced) textile products' sales growth for Guest Supply distribution Prepare TMs for textile product presentations via phone consultation and skype meetings. Participate in regional and district meetings as the manufacturer sales rep supporting the territory sales team. Join TMs for customer sales presentations when there is significant volume for new textile business. Participate as needed at Trade Shows as the manufacturer sales rep. Uses a CRM system to promptly and accurately document sales activities, keep track of plans, pipeline development, and progress of prospective opportunities. Participates on project teams, communicates cross-functionally with internal departments, and performs other duties as assigned. Provide industry/regional competitive insights and strategic feedback to ensure MM open line portfolio meets the needs of the competitive market and keeps pace with industry trend. Analyze with strategic internal partners around the regional sales performance as it related to products, portfolio, price, availability, etc. Identify product GAPS and opportunities. Work with relevant team members to provide MM solutions to grow the business. Responsibilities for margin management and category management related to the MM goals. Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience. Business, Sales, Marketing Experience: Minimum of three to four years of successful sales experience. One to two years of sales experience with a focus on New Business Development/New Account Acquisition including both inside and outside sales. Hospitality Industry and/or Textile Experience preferred Skills: Professional, polished telephone presence and face-to-face demeanor. Exceptional verbal and written communication, negotiation and active listening skills. Ability to ask meaningful questions to help identify and solve customer needs. Professionally persistent with great follow up. Strong organizational skills. Ability to understand and retain information on a large portfolio of products and brands. Strong proficiency with basic computer hardware and software (MicroSoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and CRM). Strong Analytical skills around multiple data systems Self-motivated and enjoys working independently while ability to collaborate and communicate with cross functional teams in various locations.
Who We Are At Manchester Mills, a division of Guest Worldwide, we believe in the power of life's little comforts - delivering uniquely exceptional guest experiences through uncompromising quality and a relentless passion for innovation. As one of the world's leading hospitality textile producers, we are committed to meeting the ever-changing needs of our customers, while making responsible choices to shrink our ecological footprint and protect the health of our customers and team members. For more information, visit . Position Purpose: This position is primarily focused on generating revenue from the acquisition of new accounts within the Independent Channel. Sales targets are determined by a set of criteria established and assigned by sales management. The utilization of strategic and diligent prospecting along with disciplined planning, excellent relationship building and closing skills is essential to consistently developing a successful pipeline of new account revenue. Collaboration with the Corporate Accounts Management Group team and the Guest Supply field sales team in the assigned region will also be key in maximizing results. This position will be located in the sales region supported by the role and will include travel within your assigned territory, to management groups in additional territories (as needed) and to trade shows (as needed). Territory includes prospective accounts in multiple states in a defined geographic region Primary Responsibilities: New business acquisition in Support of Manchester Mills Consistently generate revenue from new accounts within the Independent hotel market to meet or exceed the sales target determined for the territory. Achieve assigned sales goals and metrics. Development of an overall territory plan and strategy that identifies the customers and products needed to deliver sales targets and leverages relationships of Guest Supply TMs in the territory to increase pipeline. Build strong relationships across a variety of customer organizational levels and functions at target properties (GM, Rooms / Operations, Housekeeping, Procurement). Gathers relevant information about prospects to be used in the selling process. Sells leveraging the strength of brands, innovations and product features/benefits, and not solely based on price and service levels. Prepare powerful presentations, negotiate/quote pricing and terms in collaboration with strategic partners within the organization, management of the process of onboarding new customers and transition from lead generation to long term customer with an assigned account manager. With support from sales leadership is beginning to manage more complex selling situations, including determining the relevant stakeholders within a customer and customizing messaging /solutions for successful account acquisition and developing more complex product solutions, including stock, custom, and retail brand partnerships. Support MM manufactured (and strategically sourced) textile products' sales growth for Guest Supply distribution Prepare TMs for textile product presentations via phone consultation and skype meetings. Participate in regional and district meetings as the manufacturer sales rep supporting the territory sales team. Join TMs for customer sales presentations when there is significant volume for new textile business. Participate as needed at Trade Shows as the manufacturer sales rep. Uses a CRM system to promptly and accurately document sales activities, keep track of plans, pipeline development, and progress of prospective opportunities. Participates on project teams, communicates cross-functionally with internal departments, and performs other duties as assigned. Provide industry/regional competitive insights and strategic feedback to ensure MM open line portfolio meets the needs of the competitive market and keeps pace with industry trend. Analyze with strategic internal partners around the regional sales performance as it related to products, portfolio, price, availability, etc. Identify product GAPS and opportunities. Work with relevant team members to provide MM solutions to grow the business. Responsibilities for margin management and category management related to the MM goals. Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience. Business, Sales, Marketing Experience: Minimum of three to four years of successful sales experience. One to two years of sales experience with a focus on New Business Development/New Account Acquisition including both inside and outside sales. Hospitality Industry and/or Textile Experience preferred Skills: Professional, polished telephone presence and face-to-face demeanor. Exceptional verbal and written communication, negotiation and active listening skills. Ability to ask meaningful questions to help identify and solve customer needs. Professionally persistent with great follow up. Strong organizational skills. Ability to understand and retain information on a large portfolio of products and brands. Strong proficiency with basic computer hardware and software (MicroSoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and CRM). Strong Analytical skills around multiple data systems Self-motivated and enjoys working independently while ability to collaborate and communicate with cross functional teams in various locations.
