EPIRUS S.A. is one of the largest cheese-producing companies in Greece with a state-of-the-art production and packaging unit.
The company’s production capacity and methods, its consistent investment in technology, research & development, plus an innovative spirit combined with in-depth knowledge and experience of tradition, guarantee the excellent quality of EPIROS products.
We are proud to serve as ambassadors of our country, by bringing traditional Greek cheeses to expat Greeks and foreign consumers around the world.
Scope:
We are looking for a Business Sales Development Manager,based in the Tristate area (NY, New Jersey, Connecticut)responsible for the East Coast, to expand the network of contacts and to attract new clients, and maintain/strengthen relationships with existing clients.
Job Responsibilities:
Conduct research to identify new markets and customer needs.
Arrange business meetings with prospective clients.
Addressing the company’s products/services to clients.
Operates as the lead point of contact for all matters specific to the clients.
Builds and maintaining strong, long-lasting relationships.
Oversees new and ongoing marketing and advertising activities.
Monitors product distribution and consumer reactions.
New and existing client micromanagement (warehouse visits, opening accounts etc).
To get familiar with the company’s ordering, inventory and financial systems.
Reporting to the US General Manager.
What we Offer:
Stable and collaborative working environment.
Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
Career Opportunities for Growth & Professional Development.
Flexibility and remote working option.
Job Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in business administration or marketing.
5+ years of experience working in a similar position.
Experience in the food segment (fast-moving consumers goods) in both channels (Retail and Food Services) and mainly Retail.
Negotiation and presentation skills.
Written and verbal communication skills.
Good understanding of Market trends.
Analytical skills, be able to work well with numbers (pricing).
Provide monthly reporting.
Knowledge of Greek language will be considered as an asset.
Epiros USA LLC is an importer/distributor, registered in US since 2016 but with the Epiros brand present for more than 10 years.
The production plant in Greece, EPIRUS S.A., founded in 1994 is one of the largest cheese-producing companies in Greece with a state-of-the-art production and packaging unit, producing a vast range of Greek PDO cheeses like Feta and many other chhese types.
EPIRUS S.A. production plant is certified with the International Quality Assurance System certification ISO 9001:2015, as well as the International Food Safety Assurance Standard & HACCP and ISO 22000:2005.
Moreover, EPIRUS S.A. is certified with the Environmental Management System ISO 14001:2015, with the new edition of the certification for food Quality and Safety control, International Food Standard – IFS Food – Higher Level, with HALAL and BRC AA Grade. As well as Agrocert (The PDO-Protected Designation Of Origin certification).
EPIROS CHEESES have also received more than 40 awards in international competitions in the last 8 years.
The Epiros Feta and brand is #1 brand in Greece.
All products are suitable for vegetarians (by using vegetable rennet), are gluten free and with low lactose.