Foodservice Field Sales Pro: Grow Accounts & Wins

Brown Foodservice, Inc; Princeton (WV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life insure.

401(k)

Job summary

Brown Foodservice, Inc. seeks a Direct Sales Representative to sell food products and supplies at customer sites and purchasing offices. You will grow within existing accounts and seek new business while reporting to the area sales manager.

You will spend much of your day calling on customers, planning your schedule, coordinating deliveries, and supporting training and marketing efforts. A valid driver’s license and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required (Business/Culinary/Hospitality preferred).
• 3 years foodservice management or sales experience (1 year outside foodservice/sales or chef experience preferred).
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Call on existing and potential customers to identify needs and answer questions about products, pricing, and training.
• Travel to customer locations and attend events as needed.
• Plan and organize schedule to call on leads and customers.
• Coordinate with customers and transportation to schedule deliveries.
• Manage accounts receivable and credit terms with customers and Credit Department.
• Attend trainings, meetings, and customer events; participate in company functions.
• Assist with new employee training as needed.
• Review sales reports to identify areas needing attention to meet goals.
• Handle administrative duties like credits, pickups, and reporting.
• Collaborate with team to develop menus and enhance customers' social media presence.
• Take on additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Verbal & written skills

Time management

Self-starter

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

MS Office (Outlook/Word)

Digital tools & mobile devices

Negotiation skills

Sales math

English literacy

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Brown Foodservice, Inc. seeks a Direct Sales Representative to sell food products and supplies at customer sites and purchasing offices. You will grow within existing accounts and seek new business while reporting to the area sales manager.

You will spend much of your day calling on customers, planning your schedule, coordinating deliveries, and supporting training and marketing efforts. A valid driver’s license and strong communication are essential.