Field Sales Trainee: Foodservice Growth

Greco and Sons, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Greco and Sons, Inc. is seeking an outside sales professional in the Indianapolis area to promote products and services and build strong relationships with new and existing accounts.

This role often requires working non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to meet customers’ needs and sales goals. The candidate will develop new business, qualify prospects, and tailor product mixes to customer needs while staying informed about market trends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Hospitality or Culinary Arts preferred.
• 1 year outside foodservice sales experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business and penetrate existing accounts to achieve profitable sales growth within the territory.
• Seek and qualify prospects following company account stratification goals.
• Research customer needs and propose a mix of products and services to meet them.
• Evaluate market trends and recommend products based on business needs.
• Stay informed about market conditions, product innovations and competitors and share information with customers as added value.
• Answer questions about products, prices, availability, and use.
• Provide product information and practical training to customer personnel.
• Drive personal vehicle to customer accounts, conventions, and company meetings.

Skills

MS Outlook

English fluency

Basic PC skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Hospitality, or Culinary Arts (preferred)

Tools

MS Outlook

Job description

Greco and Sons, Inc. is seeking an outside sales professional in the Indianapolis area to promote products and services and build strong relationships with new and existing accounts.

This role often requires working non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to meet customers’ needs and sales goals. The candidate will develop new business, qualify prospects, and tailor product mixes to customer needs while staying informed about market trends.