Brand Specialist

About the role: 

Barry Callebaut is a global organization poised for growth; a company which has embraced the vision to delight its customers, while out-performing its competitors, a business which is committed to sustainability, has innovation in its DNA, is a leader in complex manufacturing and supply chain solutions and is focused on being a best-in-class employer. Barry Callebaut seeks diverse and passionate people who thrive in a dynamic environment, focused on continuous learning, living BC’s Values and of course loving chocolate.

Qualified candidates will be personable and presentable, great oral communicators, detail-oriented, organized, punctual; can work with minimal direction after training; success-driven; food or confection experience is a plus. Knowledge of local food scene and self-starter desired. This is an opportunity to join a great company and contribute to a growing sales team. Position supports the Chicago metro and surrounding area.

Key responsibilities include: 

●    Promote product range (all brands) by calling on chefs, bakers, and confectioners--both current customers and prospects--to familiarize them with products available from Barry Callebaut for their applications.
●    Hunt business opportunities within the end user base in support of the Sales Team. 
●    Provide technical assistance to customers and prospects when needed, while continuing to strengthen the relationship with the customer and provide a value added service. Relationship building with chefs, bakers, confectioners, and others in the culinary community is an essential part of this job.
●    Support the Distributor and their sales reps, while driving business. Close the sale in partnership with the distributors on the products being promoted. 
●    Plan and facilitate events and trade shows in collaboration with the Sales Team.
●    Support the development and implementation of Chicago City strategy – planning events and execution, building a loyal Chef community, converting businesses to our brands.
●    Event planning and execution - Working with Sales Managers, Chefs and Marketing team to plan city events (dinners, demos, shows, etc.) Engage with the end user base to develop lasting relationships.
●    Database entry of the relationships being built on the street level and sales opportunities in Salesforce. 
●    Look for organizations/companies to be involved with to increase brand awareness.  
●    Social Media - active on social media promoting all of the market activities, brand awareness and relationship building. 
●    Work with local culinary schools students to promote more awareness

About you:

●    Culinary background strongly preferred
●    Sales and/or Marketing experience preferred
●    This position requires a car (travel expenses will be reimbursed).

What you can expect from Barry Callebaut:

●    Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
●    12 paid holidays, plus your birthday off
●    Environment that welcomes workplace flexibility 
●    An atmosphere where diversity is embraced, and inclusivity is second nature. We call it #OneBC! Just ask our champions with the Americas Women’s Forum and the Racial Equality Forum!
●    Ability to grow personally and professionally within an organization that values development and internal career growth
●    Be part of our mission in making sustainability the norm through Forever Chocolate with priorities centered around prospering farmers, zero child labor, carbon and forest positive, and creating 100% sustainable ingredients in all of our products.