Bakery Sales Representative

Absolutely, Positively, Kids!; Spring Hill (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing bakery and coffee shop is seeking a motivated Bakery Sales Representative to engage with local businesses and organizations. The role involves relationship building, conducting product sampling, and negotiating catering contracts. Ideal candidates are outgoing, organized, and have a passion for helping businesses grow. Join us in expanding our reach and showcasing our quality baked goods!

Qualifications

• Experience in sales, account management, marketing, or hospitality is preferred.
• Experience in the food & beverage industry is beneficial.
• Familiarity with catering or wholesale operations is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Identify and reach out to potential clients.
• Build strong relationships with new and existing partners.
• Conduct product sample visits and presentations.
• Draft partnership terms and coordinate order details.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Outgoing and comfortable approaching new clients

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to negotiate effectively

Reliable transportation

Job description

About Us

We are a growing bakery and coffee shop known for high-quality baked goods, custom cakes, and fresh breakfast and lunch offerings. We are expanding our reach and looking for a motivated Bakery Sales Representative to build strong relationships with local businesses, schools, cafés, event venues, corporate offices, and community organizations.

This is a unique opportunity to combine creativity, relationship-building, and business development to help bring our products to new markets.

Position Summary

The Bakery Sales Representative is responsible for identifying potential partners, presenting our baked goods and catering services, and developing mutually beneficial relationships. This position involves outreach, product sampling, creating and negotiating terms, and coordinating contracts for ongoing orders or catering partnerships.

This is an excellent role for someone who is outgoing, organized, and passionate about helping local businesses grow.

Key Responsibilities

Relationship Building & Sales

• Identify and reach out to potential clients (schools, cafés, offices, event spaces, etc.)
• Build strong, ongoing relationships with new and existing partners
• Conduct product sample visits and presentations to demonstrate offerings
• Follow up with leads and maintain consistent, professional communication

Business Development

• Develop creative proposals tailored to each client's needs
• Coordinate catering packages, bulk orders, and recurring delivery schedules
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and service agreements
• Track sales goals and work with management to meet revenue targets

Contracts & Coordination

• Draft partnership terms, catering contracts, and service agreements
• Coordinate order details between clients and bakery production team
• Monitor contract renewals, changes, or expansions
• Ensure accuracy in order fulfillment and client expectations

Brand Representation

• Represent the bakery professionally at community events, vendor fairs, and networking opportunities
• Maintain a positive, knowledgeable presence when promoting products
• Gather client feedback and provide insights on product trends and ideas

Requirements

Required

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated, outgoing, and comfortable approaching new clients
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to negotiate effectively and professionally
• Reliable transportation for sales visits and sampling
• Ability to learn bakery products and communicate clearly about offerings

Preferred (Not Required)

• Experience in sales, account management, marketing, or hospitality
• Experience in the food & beverage industry
• Familiarity with catering or wholesale operations
• Basic understanding of contracts or service agreements