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Ferrara Candy Company

Director, Foodservice

Chicago, IL · Remote

As the Director, Out of Home & Foodservice , you will lead the development and execution of Ferrara ... Proven ability to build trusted relationships with customers, buyers, operators, brokers, and cross ...

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Orangeburg, SC · On-site

Experience in the design, construction, and operation of sugar candy, chewing gum, snacks, or ... Experience working with equipment supply and technology vendors to identify, specify, purchase ...

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Do workers at Ferrara Candy get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
43% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2025.

Does Ferrara Candy pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
43% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

Is the health insurance from Ferrara Candy affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
100% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and January 2026.

Do workers at Ferrara Candy worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
88% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

Do Ferrara Candy workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
63% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Ferrara Candy?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
85% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

Do Ferrara Candy managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
100% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

Do jobs at Ferrara Candy spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
0% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Ferrara Candy?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
85% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

Is working at Ferrara Candy good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
100% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.

Do people at Ferrara Candy feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
71% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

Do people at Ferrara Candy get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
92% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Ferrara Candy?

Some people feel stressed out here.
64% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

Do people at Ferrara Candy enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
70% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.

Do people at Ferrara Candy recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
50% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Ferrara Candy?

Most people got enough training when they started.
69% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Ferrara Candy?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 67% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

Do people think Ferrara Candy’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Some people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
64% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Ferrara Candy is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
36% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

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Director, Foodservice

Ferrara Candy Company

Chicago, IL • Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Ferrara Candy rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

110th of 438 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Work Location: Chicago
Want to make an impact?

As the Director, Out of Home & Foodservice, you will lead the development and execution of Ferrara's growth strategy across a diverse and high-opportunity portfolio channels, including Foodservice, Vending, Hotel/Lodging, Theater/Entertainment, Military, and QSR/Chain Restaurants.

Reporting to the VP of Sales, Convenience & Out of Home, this role will be responsible for building customer strategies, strengthening channel partnerships, and driving profitable, sustainable growth across a complex and evolving business. You will work closely with internal partners across Marketing, R&D, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, and Commercialization to translate customer opportunities into actionable plans that expand Ferrara's presence beyond traditional retail.

This is a highly visible, hands-on leadership role for someone who understands the unique dynamics of Out of Home and Foodservice channels and can lead in the development and execution of channel strategy. The ideal candidate will bring deep channel knowledge, strong customer relationships, and the ability to create structure, alignment, and momentum across a broad portfolio of growth opportunities.

**NOTE: THIS ROLE IS REMOTE**

Ways you will make a difference
  • Develop and lead strategic plans across Foodservice, Vending, Hotel/Lodging, Theater/Entertainment, Military, and QSR/Chain Restaurant channels to deliver volume growth, share gains, and profitability.
  • Own and expand key customer relationships across national and regional QSR chains, foodservice distributors, military accounts, vending operators, hotel/lodging partners, theater customers, and broker networks.
  • Lead QSR and chain restaurant opportunities, including menu development cycles, limited-time offers, product specifications, procurement processes, and corporate/franchisee engagement.
  • Partner with R&D, Innovation, Marketing, and Commercialization teams to develop or adapt products for foodservice-specific applications, QSR menu needs, LTO programs, pack formats, and channel requirements.
  • Build joint business plans with customers, brokers, and channel partners, setting clear expectations and holding partners accountable to volume, distribution, execution, and financial targets.
  • Serve as an internal advocate for Out of Home and Foodservice channels, building alignment and making the business case for resources, investment, and cross-functional support.
  • Collaborate with Finance, Supply Chain, and Operations on pricing architecture, trade structures, minimum order quantities, product formats, and operational requirements unique to these channels.
  • Manage and develop a small team while remaining directly involved in critical customer relationships, field execution, and high-priority business opportunities.
  • Monitor channel performance, customer trends, competitive activity, and growth opportunities to inform strategy and improve business outcomes.
  • Represent Ferrara with professionalism and credibility in the field, with customers, broker partners, operators, and senior internal stakeholders.
Skills that will make you successful
  • Deep understanding of Out of Home and Foodservice channels, including the distinct business dynamics of QSR, military, vending, foodservice distribution, hotel/lodging, and theater/entertainment.
  • Strong knowledge of QSR and chain restaurant selling, including corporate procurement, franchisee/operator dynamics, menu innovation, LTO development, culinary/R&D collaboration, and product specification approval.
  • Proven ability to build trusted relationships with customers, buyers, operators, brokers, and cross-functional partners.
  • Strong commercial acumen, including the ability to evaluate opportunities through the lens of volume, profitability, pricing, trade, margin, and operational complexity.
  • Ability to lead through influence and align internal teams behind complex, multi-channel opportunities that may compete for resources with larger retail businesses.
  • Clear, persuasive communication skills with the ability to present strategy, performance, risks, and investment needs to senior leadership.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to build structure, processes, and priorities in a fast-moving, underdeveloped, or evolving channel environment.
  • Strong broker management skills, including joint business planning, expectation setting, performance management, and accountability.
  • Data-driven decision-making balanced with strong relationship instincts and practical business judgment.
  • Player-coach leadership style with the ability to set direction, develop talent, and stay close to execution.
Experiences that will support your success
  • 8-12 years of progressive sales experience in CPG, Food & Beverage, Foodservice, Out of Home, QSR, or related channels.
  • Substantial experience working across Out of Home, Foodservice, or QSR channels; retail-only experience is not likely to translate fully to the complexity of this role.
  • Direct experience calling on national or regional QSR chains at the corporate level is strongly preferred.
  • Experience with QSR menu development, LTO programs, product specification processes, and collaboration with culinary, R&D, or innovation teams.
  • Experience working with foodservice distributors such as Sysco, US Foods, or regional distributors.
  • Familiarity with military and government-related sales channels, including DeCA, AAFES, NEXCOM, or similar institutional customers, is a meaningful differentiator.
  • Experience managing brokers, operators, and third-party channel partners across complex selling environments.
  • Existing relationships across key Out of Home, Foodservice, QSR, military, vending, hotel/lodging, theater, or broker networks are strongly preferred.
  • Prior people leadership experience, ideally managing a small team while maintaining direct ownership of strategic customers and business development opportunities.
  • Ability and willingness to travel approximately 40-50% to support customers, field execution, broker partners, and geographically dispersed channel opportunities.
What We Offer

At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO).  Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at https://flimp.live/Ferrara-Candy-2025-OE-QR

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $143,798 - $201,317 annually.

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