Job Description

YOUR OPPORTUNITY
We have an exciting Processor Sales Representative opportunity in our Merriam, KS office. In
this highly impactful role, you will be a key member of the sales team. The Processor Sales
Representative manages a product category, focusing on achieving sales targets, developing new
business, maintaining customer relationships, and resolving customer issues. This role also
collaborates internally with scheduling, customer service, transportation, and production teams to
support overall business performance.

ABOUT US
At Seaboard Foods, we create the most sought-after pork. A top U.S. pork producer/processor and
leading exporter to 30+ countries, we are committed to bringing excellence to the table, seeking a
better way to produce wholesome pork and connect every step between our farms and family tables.
More than 5,400 employees in five states work on our farms, feed mills, and processing plant to produce
Prairie Fresh® pork, ensuring the well-being of our animals, the environment, our employees, and the
communities we call home. We are a Fortune 500 employer, recently nominated by the Business Journal
as one of the “Best Places to Work”, representing our dynamic culture, where our employees can
contribute and understand why they matter.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This list is not intended to be all-inclusive, and other duties may be assigned.

• Promote and sell fresh and frozen pork while managing daily inventory with Scheduling personnel.
• Coordinate production with plant scheduling and supervisors.
• Evaluate customer formulas and yields to optimize sales performance.
• Analyze market supply/demand conditions and provide cash market insights.
• Collaborate with production and QA to resolve customer complaints regarding product specifications.
• Manage freezer inventories and sales in your area.
• Crosstrain and provide coverage within the processor sales team.

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN ALL ROLES: instills trust, communicates effectively, action-oriented, ensures accountability, and drives results.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or
ability required or preferred. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required:

• Detail-oriented, highly organized and able to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Experience in processor, industrial, or retail sales required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Professional communication and telephone skills.
• Strong listening, negotiation, presentation, and analytical skills.
• High ethics and integrity.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in one of the following: Animal Science, Ag Economics, Meat Science, Business or
  Marketing.
• 1–2 years of experience in protein industry sales or related roles.
• Knowledge of pork product specifications and plant operations.

SCHEDULE
• Regular business hours (7 to 5) with occasional evening and weekend work as needed.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical and work demands listed here represent those an employee should possess to
successfully perform the job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Regular physical presence in the office
• Ability to remain seated for extended periods and move throughout the workspace as needed
• Visual acuity for tasks such as data review and analysis
• Use of hands/fingers to operate office equipment and tools
• Mental focus to manage job responsibilities and provide analysis
• Frequent communication with coworkers/customers, including exchanging accurate information
• Some expected travel to the plants and occasional customer visits

WHY SEABOARD FOODS?

• Medical, vision & dental benefits upon hire
• 401K with company match
• Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
• Wellness Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee pork purchase program

For a complete list of our benefits please visit our career site:
https://www.seaboardfoods.com/careers/why-sbf/

Seaboard Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation,
national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans’ status, status as a disabled individual,
or any other status protected by law.