Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $4 billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.

 

Purpose Statement

Support the execution of the FSD’s School annual business plan with responsibilities for bid management and commodity processing .  This includes:   bid management, support and training for both RPC and broker School managers. 

 

Key Accountabilities and Outcomes

Bids/Awards

· Process school district broker bids with 100% accuracy

- approve bids aligned with Sales (K-12) guidelines

- escalate to Revenue Manager (K-12) when outside guidelines

· Directly manage the bid process by interfacing with strategic and transactional school districts and distributor contacts.

· Manage the commodity allocation by drawing down balances and executing to States requirements/regulations

· Ensure associates and brokers respond to bids within submission deadlines

· Process sales deals for all bids won and ensure brokers do the same for their respective bids

· Support projects utilizing software to better capture market share and secure new business

· Attend key state bid meetings and industry events

Analysis

· Evaluate market conditions and competitive intelligence to successfully deploy pricing for school year

· Generate monthly, quarterly K-12 segment performance for Director, Sales (K-12) review/decisions

· Collaborate with K-12 sales leadership, category marketing, and revenue management trade strategy to share any key results

Administration and Training

· Act as a contact for key software partners

· Support customer projects to better capture market share, grow base business and secure new business

· Train brokers and associates on commodities and state processes

· Support trainings and new product launches to grow and create new volume

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Bachelor’s degree required (in business management, finance, economics, marketing or related field) 2+ years of experience in a customer facing role with proven problem solving skills and proven experience in solid application of attention to detail Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment with fluctuating volume in workload and ability to meet tight deadlines; demonstrated ability to be flexible Demonstrated basic analytical skills Solid written and verbal communication skills to include strong presentation skills Strong PC proficiency to include comprehensive Microsoft Office software competency including Word, Excel and PowerPoint; Intermediate Excel user (experience in SAP related to invoicing components and orders, SDS and Blacksmith a plus) Ability to travel (up to 5%) as needed to support School Segment, Division  Meetings/Food Shows/Industry Events 

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COMPENSATION

In accordance with state law, the rate or range provided is Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, shift differential, and location.

 

Annual Range/Hourly Rate

$57,705.26 - $78,071.82

 

 

 

Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Rich’s”), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

 

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich’s. Please contact Rich’s Human Resources department at hrhelp@rich.com if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.