Sales Leadership and Partnership Development Director

7 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Blueplatechicago Full time

As the Sales Leadership and Partnership Development Director at Blue Plate Chicago, you will lead the charge in nurturing vibrant relationships with clients and key personnel in their organizations. Your role is all about embodying our brand values and delivering unforgettable experiences that resonate with our clients' evolving tastes and preferences.

This is a dynamic and exciting opportunity to make a real impact in a fast-paced environment where every interaction reflects our commitment to exceptional service. You will inspire your colleagues to achieve ambitious financial goals while ensuring seamless event execution and continually improving internal processes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop Strategic Partnerships: Work closely with the Vice President of Sales to set and achieve sales goals, leveraging your networking, prospecting, and client-conversion skills to drive growth and success.
  • Lead the Sales Team: Meet and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales goals by seeking new business through networking and prospecting, converting prospects to clients, and meeting client expectations through effective communication, event planning, and customer service.
  • Cultivate Client Relationships: Identify growth opportunities within key accounts and develop winning strategies to maximize sales, build lasting partnerships, and maintain a thorough understanding of Blue Plate's diverse menu offerings, products, and services to confidently meet client needs.
  • Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Partner with Marketing to develop short and long-range tactics to create impactful print and digital materials that promote Blue Plate's delivery brand and offerings to clients, venues, and partners.
  • Maintain Excellent Communication: Provide exceptional customer service by handling calls, placing orders, recommending menu options, and upselling where possible, as well as conduct business reviews to ensure clients are satisfied with our services and develop strategies to address any needs or new opportunities for growth.

About You:

  • We're looking for a seasoned professional with a minimum of 5 years of progressive experience within the hospitality industry, including quantifiable success within a sales role.
  • You have an Associate's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Hospitality, or related industry, and Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • You possess strong knowledge of off-site catering, event operations, and client relationship management, and a general interest in food, menu design, and creative event development.

What We Offer:

  • A competitive salary range of $80,000 - $110,000 per year, depending on experience.
  • The opportunity to work in a dynamic and exciting environment with a talented team.
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.
  • The chance to develop your leadership skills and advance your career in the hospitality industry.

EEO Statement:

Blue Plate Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.



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