Josefina Sopcic
Old Colony Foods Inc.
Des Plaines
30
years of professional experience
Dynamic sales leader with over 26 years of specialized experience in the mainstream and multicultural food industry, consistently exceeding sales targets and driving revenue growth. Committed to delivering exceptional customer service while effectively managing diverse tasks and priorities. Proven track record as a top-producing expert in maximizing sales within highly competitive markets, leveraging strategic insights and innovative approaches. Collaborative team player with a relentless drive to build new business opportunities and foster lasting client relationships.
Work History
Territory Sales Manager
19 Years 6 Months- Responsible for Managing Mainstream, Multicultural Distributors and Retailers for the Midwest.
- Provided Sales growth programs for top manufacturing vendors varying from 5-20% growth yearly.
- Promoted to Oversee Kehe Foods, Jewel, Fresh Thyme and Hy-Vee in 2017. 90% success in new placement
- Managed an expanded retail sales team to accommodate sales growth in various territories.
Customer Development Manager
6 Years- Assisted with forecasting, budgets and various analyses. Implemented training for new recruits.
- Expanded multicultural retailer base from 60 -200 accounts.
- Establish high crossover sales with an avg. increase of 10-15% yearly for Unilver, Dial, and Jel Sert. Also Worked with institutionalized products in the Hispanic market; ASF, Maruchan, ACH-Mazola.
Account Coordinator
3 Years- Responsible for managing 80+ accounts in the N/ NW region of Chicago and suburbs
- Led in sales, and successfully landed more accounts among my peers with an avg. 10% growth
- Appointed to create and design new innovative marketing materials for the leading brands Jumex & La Costena
Education
General Course of Study
2 yr management courses
Skills
Regional management
Sales team leadership
Client relationship management
Knowledge of food industry trends
Team leadership
Bilingual communication skills in English and Spanish
Timeline
Territory Sales Manager
Old Colony Foods Inc.
01.2007 - CurrentRead More
Customer Development Manager
Advantage Sales & Marketing
01.2000 - 01.2006Read More
Account Coordinator
Vilore Foods Inc.
01.1997 - 01.2000Read More
Oakton Community College
2 yr management courses
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St. Benedict High School
General Course of Study
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