Job Description:
ABOUT SEABOARD FOODS
At Seaboard Foods, we create the most sought-after pork. Together, more than 5,000 employees in five states work in our farms, feed mills, and processing plant, to produce Prairie Fresh pork. A top U.S. pork producer/processor and leading exporter to 30+ countries, we are committed to the pursuit of pork perfection, seeking a better way to produce wholesome pork and connect every step between our farms and family tables. This ensures the well-being of our animals, the environment, our employees and the communities we call home.
JOB PURPOSE
As a Sales Trainee you will gain knowledge and training in Seaboard Foods' sales channels, including food service, processor, retail and export sales, learning about each specific sales channel. Trainees will receive management, departmental, and leadership training necessary to prepare them for a sales representative role at Seaboard Foods. Upon completion of the training period, Sales Trainees will be prepared for a role of accountability in the sales department as a sales representative. If you're someone who has an interest in meat science, business management, agribusiness, animal science or business operations, apply today!
YOUR RESPONSIBLE FOR
*Having a basic understanding of all areas of the processing plant such as harvest operations, fabrication, shipping, food safety, and more.
*Understand product specifications and codes.
*Understanding proper product flow, inventory control, and fresh and frozen shipping.
*Working closely with production, shipping, and quality assurance teams to ensure proper product specifications and timely shipping of our fresh pork products.
*Understanding each sales channel: retail, processor, food service and export.
*Build and maintain great relationships over the phone as an "inside tele-sales" representative trainee through excellent customer service skills.
*Display good negotiation skills and an attitude to understand commodity markets.
*Work closely with multiple departments, such as plant production, shipping, customer service, scheduling, supply chain and accounting.
*Orientation and connected food system overview, with exposure and understanding of core areas of the business, including support departments.
*Specific technical training in areas of interest and skills, depending upon needs.
*Supervisory, leadership, communication and problem-solving training.
*Business management and strategies.
*Trainees may be asked to work in various areas and locations in production, processing, or support areas, as needed throughout the training period.
CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN ALL ROLES: instills trust, communicates effectively, action oriented, accepts accountability, and collaborates with others.
CRITICAL COMPETENCIES
Drives Results
Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances.
Action Oriented
Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
*Bachelor's degree from a four-year university or college, an Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school preferred; or two to four years demonstrated experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Related areas of study include agribusiness, meat science, general business, operations management, animal science, or other related field or experience.
*Technical minded, numbers-oriented and logistics driven.
*Enjoys problem solving and works well in a rapidly changing environment.
*Ability to facilitate, encourage, coach and lead a team to reach set goals.
*Good critical thinking and judgement skills to reach the best possible solution to a problem.
*Ability to communicate effectively with and create content that is easily interpreted by a diverse group of people such as employees, supervisors, and senior management.
*Available to start in Oct. 2019 or Jan. 2020
Seaboard Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by law.