Director Market Development- Central Region
Job Details
- Job Ref:
- 176860
- Location:
- Iowa City, IA 52240
- Location Flexibility:
- Remote
- Category:
- Sales
- Job Type:
- Full-time
- Job Status:
- Exempt
- Anticipated Closing Date:
- June 27, 2026
- Pay Basis
- Yearly
- Pay Range
- $114300.00 - $220500.00 Annually ($54.95 - $106.01 Hourly)
- Other Compensation
- Long Term Incentive and Bonus Eligible
- Brand
- UNFI
Job Overview:
Grows, protects and maintains UNFI’s market share within their respective Region through new affiliations and by assisting our current customers with new store, store upgrade, acquisition and store brokerage projects.
Job Responsibilities:
Core Responsibilities
Supports development and implementation of the region’s key initiatives as identified through the annual planning process, leading to specific strategies and implementation plans to grow and/or protect UNFI’s market share
Gains buy-in from Region President, VP Sales, VP Market Development, Merchandising, Logistics, Finance, HR and Corporate leadership regarding territory strategies and plans
Communicates priorities, standards and expectations
Focuses on market development strategies for our current customer base, the affiliation of external retailers and retention of business through succession planning/ brokerage
Forecasts revenues, expenses for their assigned territory.
Establishes and maintains relationships with territory target accounts
Works with team to establish a pipeline of prospective customers
Shares best practices, market analysis, consumer research and/or other resources to help retailers position and compete effectively Engages in extensive interaction with executives both within UNFI and in the industry at large
Coordinates projects with several departments in a manner consistent with the needs of all parties, this coordination will be necessary to facilitate affiliation projects, new store development, expansions, upgrades, acquisitions and store brokerage
Specific coordination will be between Sales, Finance, Business Analysis, Logistics and legal/credit, must possess sufficient knowledge of each of these areas to properly accomplish this function
In conjunction with Business Analysis, accountable for financial projections showing the feasibility and profitability of projects in which a proforma is created and will be accountable for the accuracy of the projections
Able to coordinate with several departments while in the field
Success will also be measured by maintaining a high workload through project volume and activities associated with seeking out all potential opportunities
Supports and implements key initiatives of the region
Implement strategies for current customers and attract new customers
Shares important information in a timely manner
Determines strategies and design plans in conjunction with the region’s key initiatives to drive the market development function
Identifies the key activities and support services required to complete projects in a timely manner
Secures commitment from the customer to proceed
Implements the plan
Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Education/ Certifications:
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience is required.
Experience:
Previous UNFI experience may include Sales and Marketing, Category Management and banner store management
Knowledge/Skills/ Abilities:
Ability to initiate relationships and a strong aptitude for strategic thinking
Must have strong financial skills
Substantial working knowledge of operating results for both retail and wholesale operations will be required
Possess good leadership skills and the ability to coordinate the work of others, must be able to motivate and work in cooperation with others to achieve desires results
Ability to manage multiple projects
Extensive background and experience in the supermarket industry is required
Possess good verbal, written and public speaking communications skills
Deals effectively with a wide variety of people both in person and over the telephone
Basic computer skills required and personal computer experience, with word processing and spreadsheet applications preferred
Requires the analytical ability to handle administrative duties and mental alertness to ensure accurate, safe, and thorough completion of work activities
Possess ability to concentrate and deal with frequent interruptions
Superior personal relationship skills
Work Environment:
Remote Role:
This position is classified as remote where the associate will perform remote work from their primary residence. Remote associates are welcome to work from the office but are not required to do so. While remote associates are not required to work from an office on a regular basis, they may be required to come to the office or other UNFI locations for necessary business reasons or if directed to do so by their manager.
Travel (major):
Travel is required up to 50% for this position
UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
- Company:
- UNFI Wholesale Inc.
Compensation:
UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state/provincial and local laws.
Benefits:
For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), Click HERE for Washington-specific paid time off details.
Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program (or retirement savings plan if in Canada); medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account (U.S. only), subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Sales Positions Only: For sales positions that are commission-based, the above range is an estimate of total potential commission-based compensation during an associate’s first year, but UNFI offers an introductory period minimum of $680 per week. After the introductory period, as a 100% commission-based role, there is no set salary. UNFI’s commission plans are uncapped and average earnings vary depending on territory and sales achieved, among other factors.
UNFI’s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act or for Canadian applicants in accordance with provincial human rights legislation.
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