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VP Sales

We are looking for a Vice President of Sales to lead and scale our commercial function in the fast-growing healthy snacking space.

This is a hands-on leadership role focused on driving profitable growth, building strong customer partnerships, and developing a high-performing sales team.

What You’ll Do

Drive Growth

  • Identify, pursue, and close new business opportunities across core and adjacent markets

  • Lead branded contract manufacturing sales efforts

  • Build and manage a strong, active pipeline through direct customer engagement

  • Partner with R&D to develop products aligned with market needs

Own Commercial Performance

  • Deliver on revenue and margin targets

  • Manage pricing, volume, and customer mix to optimize profitability

  • Translate business strategy into clear customer plans and priorities

  • Establish disciplined forecasting and reporting rhythms

Lead Customer Relationships

  • Serve as the primary contact for key accounts

  • Build long-term, trust-based partnerships

  • Understand customer operations to position EMPWR as a reliable, strategic partner

  • Proactively resolve issues and ensure strong execution

Build & Lead the Team

  • Lead, coach, and grow a high-performing sales team

  • Create a performance-driven, entrepreneurial culture

  • Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Finance, and R&D

  • Implement tools, KPIs, and processes that drive results

What You Bring

  • Proven success in a senior commercial role (Sales Director, Commercial Leader, or similar)

  • Experience in food manufacturing, branded, or CPG strongly preferred

  • Ability to operate in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment

  • Strong negotiation, relationship management, and execution skills

  • Hands-on approach to forecasting, pricing, and margin management

  • Bachelor’s degree required; MBA is a plus

McMinnville, United States

SE Booth Bend Rd 750
McMinnville, OR 97128
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Ready to raise the bar?

Our ambition is to show the world that nutritious food can be delicious as well. Do you want to change the way people perceive healthy food? Then join our team!