Foodservice Field Sales Rep — Grow & Win New Accounts

Brown Foodservice, Inc.; Paris (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

401(k)

Job summary

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

The role is primarily field-based, spending much time calling on customers and supporting team initiatives. Responsibilities include managing customer needs, scheduling deliveries, and training new staff.

Qualifications

• 3 years foodservice management or sales experience.
• Must have valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Call on existing and potential customers to identify needs and answer questions about products, pricing, availability, uses, and training.
• Drive to customer locations, conventions, and company meetings.
• Plan and organize schedule to call on and seek potential leads.
• Schedule deliveries with customers and transportation department.
• Manage accounts receivable with customers and Credit Department to establish terms and collect payments.
• Attend trainings, meetings, and customer events; assist with new employee training as needed.
• Review sales reports to identify areas needing attention to hit sales goals.
• Process customer credits and pick-up requests and file reports.
• Collaborate with team to develop menus and enhance customers’ social media presence.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Self-starter

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Hospitality/Business/Culinary degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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

The role is primarily field-based, spending much time calling on customers and supporting team initiatives. Responsibilities include managing customer needs, scheduling deliveries, and training new staff.