Kimberly Porteous
About Kimberly Porteous
Kimberly Porteous serves as the National/Regional Sales Manager for Bakery On Main, focusing on Natural, Conventional, Mass, Bulk, and Private Label products. With extensive experience in sales management across various companies, she has successfully managed major retail accounts and developed strategic operating plans to achieve business objectives.
Current Role at Bakery on Main
Kimberly Porteous serves as the National/Regional Sales Manager West at Bakery On Main, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on Natural, Conventional, Mass, Bulk, and Private Label segments. She is responsible for managing account operations and has successfully gained 1000 points of new distribution within her first six months. Kimberly develops account operating plans to align with company financials and sales targets, leveraging her extensive experience in the industry.
Previous Experience at Kidfresh
Prior to her current role, Kimberly worked as the Regional Sales Director West and Midwest at Kidfresh from 2015 to 2021. During her six years at Kidfresh, she managed sales operations in California, focusing on both Natural and Conventional markets. Her responsibilities included overseeing account operations and developing strategies to enhance market presence.
Experience at The Ginger People
Kimberly held the position of National/Regional Sales Manager at The Ginger People® from 2022 to 2023. In this role, she managed sales for Conventional Grocery and Mass channels. Her work involved developing sales strategies and managing relationships with key retailers.
Background in Sales Management
Kimberly has a diverse background in sales management, having worked at Nolet Spirits U.S.A. as a District Manager from 2005 to 2009, and at Wells Enterprises as a Regional Account Manager from 2012 to 2015. Her experience spans various sectors, including spirits and consumer goods, where she developed strong account management skills and a deep understanding of retail operations.
Education and Professional Development
Kimberly studied at Montclair State University, where she gained foundational knowledge that supports her career in sales management. Her education, combined with her extensive industry experience, enables her to create effective sales strategies and presentations that engage retailers and drive business growth.