Significant Global Scale $29.7 Billion in Revenue Sales in over 145 Countries 218 manufacturing and processing facilities worldwide: 100 in North America and 118 outside North America Approximately 109,000 employees, including a sales force of over 10,650 people $29.7 Billion in Revenue Sales in over 145 Countries 218 manufacturing and processing facilities worldwide: 100 in North America and 118 outside North America Approximately 109,000 employees, including a sales force of over 10,650 people
Second Largest Food Company In The World Company Annual Revenue (billion) Nestle Kraft / Nabisco Unilever / Best Foods $54.2$29.7$25.7 On a worldwide basis, Kraft Foods would rank 44th in the Fortune 500 for total sales
Source: ACNielsen Virtually all US HHs buy Kraft products each year! 99% of all US HHs bought at least one Kraft product last year! Across the Dry Grocery, Dairy and Meat sections of the store, Kraft brands are purchased by more than 40% of all US HHs
$500MM - $1BOver $1B Exceptional Brand Portfolio
52 Brands With Revenue Over $100MM
Practical Applications Lessons from I-Core 4 Computer skills 4 Problem solving 4 Building relationships Extra-curricular Involvement 4 Clubs, organizations, activities 4 Work experience/Paying tuition
Sales Rep Qualifications Major - Marketing, Management, Economics or equivalent Minimum Preferred GPA - 2.5/4.0 Strong Work Ethic Strong communication, organizational, planning and analytical skills Proven Drive for Results Willingness to Relocate
SR Daily Responsibilities Pre-Call Planning W Prepare presentations, routing Meet with Managers W Sell new items, voids, promotions, displays Work the Store W Distribution, shelving, merchandising Post-Call Planning W , Communicate RSP
Career Path In Sales Summer Internship Program 1-8 years ë Sales Rep Small Account ë Sales Rep Large Account ë Category Manager Small Account ë Category Manager Large Account 8-15 years ë Region Planner ë Retail Sales Manager ë Category Sales Planner ë Customer Business Manager years ë Senior Business Manager ë Marketing Manager ë Region Manager
Options in Career Path Customer Service Sales Information Technology Sales Operations Marketing
Training Program Established performance and developmental benchmarks Classroom/Field Mix Book work Field experience On the job Bi-annual review and goal setting process Mutually agreed on development program
Model For Development Selection – Who we hire is one of the most important decisions we make. We seek talented professionals to help us reach our goals. Development – Professional development is an ongoing and dynamic process that should be pursued vigorously by all members of the organization. Assessment – Feedback is an essential element of any growth and development process. Reward & Recognition – We have designed our compensation programs to attract and reward the caliber of people who will successfully contribute to our long-term business goals. Advancement Planning – We build our future as an organization by ensuring we have a rich and diverse pipeline throughout the company Undisputed Industry Leadership Reward & Recognition D evelop me A ssess m e n t S el e ction A dvanceme n t P lannin g nt
Compensation è Salary and Bonus/Commission = Total Cash Compensation Competitive In The Industry Contests/Sales Leadership è Benefits Medical Retirement Stock Purchase Plan 401k Match Work/Life Balance Continuing Education Pension Plan è Automobile Car Policy Company Car
Special Programs F Work/Life Balance å Referral & Consulting services F Mentor Program F Service Rewards F Special Recognition - Sales Leadership F Continuing Education
Summary What can I expect from a career in sales? Challenging/dynamic career that requires use of previous experience, talents, and education. The opportunity to advance as your skills develop. An employer that will train, develop, evaluate, and reward you through specific goals and objectives. To have fun!