Account Executive

Vine Line Produce; Michigan; On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, &/

Voluntary Life

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Vine Line Produce, serving the Midwest, is seeking a sales/merchandising professional with strong relationship skills to increase customer sales and educate partners on point of sale materials. The role collaborates with both outside and inside reps to hit budget and strategic goals for our wholesale distribution network.

Candidates should have at least 3 years of fresh produce management experience in sales, buying or merchandising, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and industry software.

Qualifications

• College coursework and at least 3 years of fresh produce management experience in sales, buying or merchandising for large wholesale distributors or retailers.
• Proficient PC skills in Microsoft Office, produce industry software, and common email systems.
• Hold a valid driver’s license and maintain insurability on the company’s commercial auto insurance program

Responsibilities

• Increase customer sales in accordance with objectives.
• Supply and educate customers and produce managers with point of sale and point of purchase materials.
• Coordinate with outside and inside reps on budget, gross profit, sales and strategic goals for Indianapolis Fruit.
• Conduct annual customer reviews including category reviews, product performance, SKU changes and seasonal sales planning.
• Complete all ordering and pricing in a timely manner.
• Maintain regular and satisfactory full-time attendance.

Skills

Relationship management

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Problem solving

Detail orientation

Resourcefulness

Sales growth

Tools

Microsoft Office

Produce industry software

Email systems

Job description

Since 1933, Vine Line Produce has been delivering fresh fruits and vegetables to our valued partners throughout the Midwest. Our goal is to collaborate and build solid relations in the produce industry, allowing us to understand our partners needs and services, so that we can support them in all things produce. Vine Line continues to be an organization built on generations of hard working, ethical, and humble families who are dedicated to building relationships by taking care of our customers. We look forward to adding to our team and continuing our growth.

Essential Functions:

• Increase customer sales in accordance with objectives.


• Supply and educate customers and produce managers with point of sale and point of purchase materials.


• Coordinate with outside and inside reps on budget, gross profit, sales and strategic goals for Indianapolis Fruit.


• Conduct annual customer reviews, including category review, product. performance, SKU additions & reductions and seasonal sales planning.


• Complete all ordering and pricing in a timely manner.


• Maintain regular and satisfactory full-time attendance.


• Perform work outside of normal business hours as required.


• Perform special projects as assigned by the President – Vine Line Products.


• Start-Up Smart


• Intellectual horsepower and highly resourceful


• Strong relationship management and interpersonal skills


• Innovative and creative thinking


• Influencing and negotiation skills


• Complex problem-solving


• Organized and attention-to-detail approach

Education & Experience:

• Related college coursework and at least 3 years successful fresh produce management experience in sales, buying or merchandising for large wholesale distributors or retailers


• Proficient PC skills in Microsoft Office, produce industry software, and common E Mail systems are required


• Hold a valid driver’s license


• Maintain insurability on company’s commercial auto insurance program

Work Schedule:

• Monday - Friday (8:00am - 4:30pm)


• Saturday - Every 3 rd Week

Physical Demands:

• Work in cold and wet cooler conditions for short periods of time


• Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs


• Stand or sit for long periods of time


• Health & Welfare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Voluntary Life)


• Paid Time Off


• Holidays


• 401(k) with Company Match


• Weekly Paid

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.