Manager Sales Support

Essential job functions: *Provide daily direction and communication to employees so that customer quotes are completed in a timely, efficient and knowledgeable manner. Provide continual evaluation of processes and procedures. Responsible for suggesting methods to improve area operations, efficiency and service to both internal and external customers. *Insure employees have appropriate training and other resources to perform their jobs. Respond to and resolve employee relations issues expressed by team members; create and maintain high quality work environment so team members are motivated to perform at their highest level. *Establish work procedures and processes that support company and departmental standards, procedures, and strategic directives. *Develop and maintain communications in a cooperative and professional manner with all levels of staff (Domestic and International) and customers *Research and update product costs, selling prices and determine profit margins. *Approve customer quotations and order confirmations. *Conduct margin analyses on projects, including the equipment and supervision of the installation. *Conduct bi-weekly Business Review Meetings Other duties: coordinate company and plant visits, direct staff for IPE, assist with sales statistics, liaison between sales and customers, and partner with finance to ensure correct invoicing. Education-Skills-Experience Degree 4 year degree in related area Years of experience needed for position 5+ years in a sales related position in the poultry industry Years of experience in lieu of education: 4 Specific skill sets necessary for the position: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, proficient in Word/Excel and BaaN software (ERP), ability to lead, motivate and develop staff to ensure a team-oriented environment, ability to prioritize and multi-task, poultry industry experience required.

Physical requirements: May need to move heavy equipment. Some travel required.