Commission-Based Foodservice Sales Pro — Sioux Falls

Performance Food Group; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Performance Food Group is seeking a sales professional to develop independent account business with emphasis on profitability through new sales and account penetration. You will promote and sell company branded products, meet brand sales objectives, and support customer service for regional/national accounts, increasing market share.

The role requires recent sales/restaurant experience, a valid license, and a willingness to travel in the Sioux Falls area.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent.
• 6-12 months sales/marketing and/or restaurant experience.
• Valid Drivers License.
• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Sales/Marketing, or related area (preferred).
• 1-2 years foodservice sales experience preferred.
• Or, a combination of B2B outside sales experience and restaurant background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Generates additional business through analyzing sales territory and individual customers; samples products with existing and potential customers; plans general sales strategy including time and territory management; plans sales approach with individual customers; and conducts effective sales presentations.
• Grows sales and profit margins on an ongoing basis to meet established sales and margin goals.
• Sets up new customer accounts by determining pricing; works with Credit Department for initial authorization; coordinates scheduling of orders and deliveries; follows up to ensure delivery and satisfaction.
• Ensures customer satisfaction by providing exemplary service; coordinates with center personnel to prevent and resolve problems; may make deliveries in emergencies.
• Builds additional business with current customers through product penetration to maximize profitability of accounts.
• Minimizes accounts receivable problems by monitoring credit terms and following up on issues.

Skills

Strong communication

Negotiation

Relationship building

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Performance Food Group is seeking a sales professional to develop independent account business with emphasis on profitability through new sales and account penetration. You will promote and sell company branded products, meet brand sales objectives, and support customer service for regional/national accounts, increasing market share.

The role requires recent sales/restaurant experience, a valid license, and a willingness to travel in the Sioux Falls area.