Sales Manager in Fostoria, Ohio at The Mennel Milling Company

Location: Mennel Milling Company – Fostoria, OH
Schedule: Full-Time, schedule as assigned

At Mennel Milling, we’ve been feeding the world since 1886 by doing what’s right and bringing our best to our people. We promote teamwork, recognize individual contributions, and are committed to delivering superior quality, uniformity, and service. If you’re a customer-focused sales professional who thrives on building relationships and growing business, this is your opportunity to make an impact.

The ideal Sales Manager is a relationship-driven, results-oriented professional with strong industry knowledge and a passion for customer success. You are a skilled communicator who understands both the technical and commercial aspects of the business and can effectively collaborate across teams to deliver value to customers.

As a Sales Manager, you will manage and coordinate internal and external activities related to the sales and marketing of flour products. You will serve as a key liaison between customers and internal teams while driving growth, maintaining strong relationships, and supporting overall business objectives.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing customer relationships, including pricing, contract negotiation, and account development
• Prospecting and developing new business opportunities to grow the customer base
• Maintaining sales volume, product mix, and pricing by monitoring market trends, supply and demand, and competitive activity
• Building strong, long-term partnerships with customers by understanding their needs and objectives
• Traveling to customer sites and industry events to support relationships and promote products
• Supporting the development and execution of sales strategies to achieve targets and drive growth
• Collaborating cross-functionally with operations, logistics, and co-product sales teams
• Acting as a liaison between sales and internal departments to ensure customer satisfaction and operational alignment
• Preparing and maintaining sales reports, customer data, and performance metrics
• Supporting transportation and service coordination as needed
• Performing other duties as assigned

• Associate’s degree in Business or related field preferred, or equivalent industry experience
• Minimum of 5 years of sales and customer service experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork abilities
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Understanding of manufacturing, milling, or related industries preferred
• Ability to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and career growth:

• Competitive Pay
• Flexible Accrued Paid Time Off and Holiday Schedule
• Health & Wellbeing Benefits (medical, prescription, vision, dental, HSA, company-paid short-term disability, EAP, Local YMCA cost sharing, and more)
• Life Insurance
• Profit Sharing
• Career Advancement & Training Opportunities
• Rewards & Recognition Program
• Retirement Contributions (401k, etc.)
• Tuition Assistance

Apply today and help Mennel continue its mission of feeding the world while delivering exceptional service and value to our customers.