Retail Sales Lead - Calumet City Territory

At WK Kellogg Co, we exist to create joy and connection to inspire Gr-r-reat days. We believe that doing good is always good for business and we have stood for this since Kellogg Company was founded more than 120 years ago. We are passionate about doing our part to make nutritious foods, create social connectivity and respect natural resources. Together, these actions create positive progress for people and the planet – today and for years to come. We have big plans for how we are going to accomplish this, and we would love for you to join us in this effort.

As a Retail Sales Lead , you'll play a critical role in bringing our iconic brands to life at retail. You'll be the face of WK Kellogg Co in your territory, partnering directly with store leaders, influencing business decisions, identifying growth opportunities, and ensuring our products have a winning presence where consumers shop every day.

This is a full-time, field-based role supporting retail customers throughout the Calumet City, IL market. Candidates need to reside within 20 miles of Calumet City, IL. A significant amount of time will be spent traveling within your territory and meeting with retail partners in-store. Retail Sales Leads are eligible to participate in our fleet program as well as receive a monthly phone stipend plus quarterly bonus opportunity.

If you're energized by relationship-building, problem-solving, driving results, and having ownership of your business, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while building a rewarding career with a company that invests in your growth.

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

- Drive Territory Growth: Own the performance of your assigned territory and execute strategies that increase sales, distribution, and market share; Develop and present compelling business recommendations that help retail partners grow their categories while driving WK Kellogg Co results; Leverage business intelligence, market trends, and performance data to identify opportunities and influence customer decisions.
- Build Strategic Customer Partnerships: Establish and maintain strong relationships with grocery store leaders and key decision-makers; Become a trusted advisor by delivering insights, solving challenges, and helping customers achieve their business objectives; Collaborate with internal account teams to align priorities and maximize execution across your territory.
- Execute with Excellence: Ensure strong in-store execution by driving distribution, merchandising, display opportunities, and shelf presence; Deliver against key performance metrics, including point-of-sale growth, budget objectives, call coverage, and perfect shelf standards; Identify and resolve execution gaps, creating innovative solutions that improve results for customers and consumers.
- Champion Our Brands: Serve as the local ambassador for WK Kellogg Co's portfolio of beloved brands; Bring passion, energy, and a consumer-first mindset to every customer interaction; Help create exceptional shopping experiences that connect consumers with products they love.

QUALIFICATIONS

- Previous retail sales experience or a strong desire to launch a career in sales
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Valid driver's license
- No more than two moving violations within the past 36 months
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively influence and collaborate across multiple levels
- Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills
- A self-starter mentality with strong initiative, accountability, and drive
- Customer-focused problem-solving and negotiation skills
- The ability to analyze and interpret business and market data
- Strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience utilizing sales tools, reporting platforms, or business applications such as Power BI
- Curiosity, adaptability, and a continuous learning mindset

Salary Range: $52,080 - $65,100

Salary pay ranges are determined by role and level.  Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, certifications, qualifications, relevant education or training, and local market conditions.

At WK Kellogg Co, our success depends on our most vital asset — our people. That’s why we’re committed to providing you with benefits and programs that support your Total Health and your journey to be and feel your best — physically, financially, emotionally, and socially.

Although subject to change, the below are the benefits currently offered in association with this position:

- Health, dental and vision insurance

- Savings and Investment Plan with Company match and contribution
- Paid Time Off ( includes paid sick time)
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Life Insurance, AD and D Insurance and STD/LTD
- Tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance for eligible employees
- Employee recognition program

The above offerings are subject to the terms of WKKC policies, which will control in the event of a conflict with the above descriptions

Our comprehensive and competitive benefits not only deliver value to you and your family, but also offer choice to meet your unique needs and knowledge to empower confident decision-making.

ABOUT WK KELLOGG CO

At WK Kellogg Co, we bring our best to everyone, every day through our trusted foods and brands. Our journey began in 1894, when our founder W.K. Kellogg reimagined the future of food with the creation of Corn Flakes, changing breakfast forever. Since then, we have embraced the same spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship in everything we do, channeling our founder’s passion and commitment to creating high quality and delicious products while fostering communities. Our iconic brand portfolio includes Frosted Flakes, Rice Krispies, Froot Loops, Kashi , Special K, Raisin Bran , Frosted Mini Wheats , and Bear Naked . With a presence in the majority of households across North America, our brands play a key role in enhancing the lives of millions of consumers every day, promoting a strong sense of physical, emotional and societal wellbeing. Our beloved brand characters, including Tony the Tiger and Toucan Sam, represent our deep connections with the consumers and communities we serve. For more information, visit www.wkkellogg.com .

If we can help you with a reasonable accommodation throughout the application or hiring process, please email [email protected]

THE FINER PRINT

The ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, work overtime as needed and the ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position.

WK Kellogg Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For US applicants:

Where required by state law and/or city ordinance; this employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For additional information, please follow th is  link .

Let’s create gr-r-reat days,

WK Kellogg Co Recruitment