Michael Ritter

Experience

1. Area Manager

   Performance Foodservice

   Oct 2013 — Present · Monroe, OH, US

   Account Manager / Sales Representative • Open new accounts and expand sales within existing accounts through relationship building, consultative selling, and territory growth initiatives. • Conduct end-user calls to strengthen customer relationships, identify needs, and present tailored solutions. • Work alongside foodservice brokers and procurement teams to negotiate pricing, participate in promotions, and maximize sales opportunities. • Maintain account receivables for each customer, ensuring timely payments and accurate records. • Sample products, assist clients, and recommend marketing strategies to help increase sales and customer satisfaction. • Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to develop initiatives that increased market share and customer engagement. • Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel: formulas, pivot tables, and reporting; Word: professional documents; PowerPoint: impactful presentations; Outlook: email/calendar management). Experienced with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive). Strong ability to learn and adapt quickly to new software.

Education

• University of Cincinnati

  General Studies

  1990 — 1992

• Indiana Wesleyan University

  Bachelors Degree

  2011 — 2015

• Cincinnati State Technical and Community College

  Associates Degree

  1992 — 1994

Skills

• Grocery
• P&L
• Account Closer
• Inventory Management
• Account Opener
• Sales
• Restaurant Management
• Food Industry
• P&L Management
• Business Development
• Catering
• Marketing Strategy
• Key Account Development
• National Accounts
• Culinary Skills
• Well Rounded
• Training
• Forecasting
• Wine
• Restaurants
• Food & Beverage
• Sales Operations
• Food Service
• Market Planning
• Contract Negotiating
• Sales Management
• Marketing
• Food
• Foodie