Duda Farm Fresh Foods, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of DUDA, established in 2006 to manage the company’s legacy fresh produce operations. Capitalizing on a tradition begun in 1926 of growing healthy fresh fruits and vegetables, Duda Farm Fresh Foods offers year-round availability of a wide range of products packed under the Dandy® brand. A full-service grower, packer, shipper, marketer, importer and exporter of farm fresh fruits and vegetables and fresh-cut vegetables, its operations are geographically diversified. The Florida-based corporation has production and shipping operations in Florida, California, Arizona, Michigan and Georgia with additional domestic and international locations.

Job Title: Regional Sales Manager – Midwest Region (8327)

Department: Sales

Reports to: Director of Outside Sales

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: 100% Remote (Must be located in or near the Midwest Region of the U.S.)

About Us:

DFFF is a leading provider of high-quality fresh-cut produce, specializing in value-added agricultural products for the retail and food service industries. With a strong focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, we are seeking an experienced and motivated Regional Sales Manager to help grow our fresh-cut product line throughout the Midwest region.

Job Summary:

The Regional Sales Manager will be responsible for driving sales and expanding market share for DFFF’s fresh-cut products in the Midwest region. This includes managing existing accounts, identifying new business opportunities, and working closely with food brokers and partners within the agriculture and produce industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote sell and lead all fresh-cut business with retail and food service accounts across the Midwest region.
• Prepare and deliver engaging, in-person product presentations to customers to gain new business, increase existing business and explain the over all value of Duda as a supplier.
• Maintain strong relationships with current customers to ensure satisfaction and ongoing business.
• Oversee, manage and support full-service food brokers operating within the assigned territory.
• Establish and manage a professional, efficient home office setup.
• Develop and maintain a cost-effective travel schedule to maximize face-to-face customer interactions.
• Identify and communicate new product or packaging opportunities to internal teams and customers.
• Represent DFFF at regional and national produce and agriculture industry trade shows and expositions.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of sales experience in the agriculture or fresh produce industry, preferably with a focus on value-added or fresh-cut products.
• Proven success in territory management and broker relationships.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Self-motivated and highly organized with the ability to work independently.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly within the Midwest region
• Strong knowledge of retail and food service distribution channels.

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary plus performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunities for professional development
• Flexible, remote work environment

Duda Farm Fresh Foods provides a fair and equal employment opportunity for all employees and job applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, any other classification protected by law. We expect and require the cooperation of all employees in maintaining a discrimination and harassment-free work environment.

Due to the high volume of applications received, only those candidates who are selected for interviews will be contacted.

Duda is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a full benefit package, competitive wages, and career advancement. No agencies please.