​Requisition ID: 59772 
Position Type: (US)Full Time 
Workplace Arrangement:   

About Kerry Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.About the role

We’re looking for a motivated and results-driven Sales Development Manager to join our team and help drive our growth by identifying and nurturing new business opportunities. 

Key responsibilities

 Lead Generation & Prospecting

Identify and research potential leads through cold calling, email outreach, social media, and industry events. Qualify leads based on predefined criteria to ensure alignment with our target customer profile.

Engagement & Nurturing

Engage with prospects through personalized communication, including phone calls, emails, and social media (with a strong emphasis on social selling). Build and maintain relationships by providing valuable insights and addressing prospect needs.

 Opportunity Conversion

Develop and execute strategies to convert leads into qualified sales opportunities. Schedule and coordinate meetings or product demos with internal subject matter experts.

Data Management & Reporting

Track and manage leads and interactions using CRM tools. Provide regular updates on lead generation activities, pipeline status, and conversion metrics.

 Collaboration & Support

Partner with the Sr. Director and team members to align on goals and strategies. Support marketing initiatives by offering feedback on lead quality and outreach effectiveness. Qualifications and skills

 

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field. 3–4 years of experience in sales, marketing, or customer-facing roles (B2B sales or food & beverage industry experience is a plus). Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build rapport. Proficiency in CRM software and sales tools (e.g., Salesforce, Marketo). Highly motivated and results-oriented with a strong drive to meet targets. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Excellent organizational and time management skills.

The typical hiring range for this role is $107,757.00 to $181,563.00 annually and is based on several factors including but not limited to education work experience, certifications, location, etc.  In addition to your pay, Kerry offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and retirement contribution (all benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements). 

​Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov).                              

Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.