Distributor Sales Representative

Ben E. Keith; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match + 100% P.S.

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Wellness, EAP & Educational Assistance

Job summary

Ben E. Keith Company in Manhattan, KS is seeking a Distributor Sales Representative – Outside to sell food products and supplies to food service establishments and to help meet BEK's sales goals.

The role involves visiting customers in assigned territories, building a lead list from research, and performing daily sales tasks to drive performance. A marketing or sales background and strong Microsoft Office skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing preferred or equivalent sales experience.
• At least three years of food service sales experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to learn and use internal applications.
• Ability to calculate figures for sales, commissions, and volume.
• Valid driver’s license with minimal violations; no DUI in last 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customers’ places of business in assigned territories to ensure products and supplies are maintained.
• Compile a list of prospective customers based on research for use as sales leads.
• Perform daily sales tasks to meet sales goals.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Posted Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 6:00 AM

At Ben E. Keith Company, our legacy is strong—and our future is even stronger.

For more than a century, we’ve been leaders in fine food and premium beverage distribution, known for delivering excellence and building lasting partnerships. Today, our Food Division spans multiple states, and our Beverage Division brings top beverage brands to communities across Texas.

But what truly sets us apart is our commitment to people. We invest in our employees, empower growth, and create opportunities to make an impact—because when our people succeed, so do our customers and our business. Since 1906, that’s been our promise.

Job Description: Manhattan, KS

The purpose of the Distributor Sales Representative – Outside is to sell food products and supplies to food service establishments in order to meet and exceed BEK sales goals.

• Travel to customers’ places of business in assigned territories to ensure customer’s food products and supplies are adequately maintained.
• Compile a list of prospective customers based on research from newspapers, business directories and other sources for use as sales leads.
• Perform daily sales tasks to ensure optimal sales performance and goal expectations are met.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing preferred or equivalent sales experience
• At least three (3) years of food service sales experience selling to restaurants for a major food service distributor
• Good computer skills, with ability to use standard Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel
• Ability to learn and use relevant internal applications
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts for sales, commissions, discounts and volume
• Valid driver’s license with no more than 3 moving violations within last 3 years; No DUI convictions within the last 3 years

We offer employees the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in collaborative, results-driven environments supported by competitive benefits, including:

• 401(k) with Company Match + 100% Company-Paid Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Wellness, EAP & Educational Assistance

At Ben E. Keith, we value a diverse and inclusive workforce where different perspectives drive better decisions and innovation. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiant ???