Darby Shade

Background

About Darby Shade

Graduate from the University of Arkansas where I studied Supply Chain Management and Business Analytics. Currently, I am based in Chicago working as a Sales Development Associate at Conagra Brands. In the midst of a dynamic two-year rotational program, I am sitting on the convenience store team, driving sales for iconic brands like Slim Jim, Andy Capp’s, and David sunflower seeds. My role encompasses a spectrum of responsibilities, from broker management and contract negotiation to new item sell-in and performance tracking. Upon completing this 2-year rotational role, I will have spent time and completed projects with multiple teams including Sales and Trade Operations, Category Strategy, Business Development, Business Planning, Trade Performance, Pricing, Field Sales, and Commerce Marketing in order to understand the intricacies of my cross-functional colleagues’ roles. This experience is leading to a great understanding of our collaborative efforts across the company. My innate love for connecting with people, coupled with my competitive spirit, has been instrumental in my professional sales journey thus far!