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
The Bakery Technical Counselor will provide technical support to internal and external customers through product demonstrations, ideation and trainings.
This professional will cover the state of TX and will require up to 75% travel with overnights as needed. The ideal candidate would live in the Dallas or Houston area.
Key Accountabilities and Outcomes
Plan, develop and provide training on all products at Customer retail locations for all levels of retail Associates, including Brokers
Support attainment of annual sales and profit targets in conjunction with Sales Manager expectations
Develop target account list of key leverage retailers in respective geographic sales area and spend minimum of 60% of time on agreed-upon target accounts
Develop and maintain close business relationships with key retailers and provide training and merchandising expertise
Assist Sales Managers and Brokers at food shows, sales meeting and industry events
Provide support for new store openings
Provide product expertise and "pull-through" sales opportunities
Develop prospect list for new product placement opportunities with assigned account(s)
Provide overall and new product training, to include seminar trainings.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
High School diploma, Associates degree in culinary arts/pastry preferred
Minimum 5 years retail bakery experience, focusing on product training and in store bakery merchandising
Minimum 3 years cake decorating experience, advance cake decorating techniques required
Solid written and verbal communication skills to include solid presentation skills
Strong PC proficiency to include Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Travel up to 75% in the state of TX
Bilingual in Spanish/ English is a plus
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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
$65,515.00 - $88,639.00
Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Rich’s”), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity, standing up for fairness and maintaining a culture of belonging, to provide an exceptional experience for all. We will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. 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 Associate Experience Network at hrhelp@rich.com if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.
