Outside Sales Representative - Maryland

American Food Service; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Advancement opportunities

Paid time off

Training & development

Competitive compensation

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

American Food Service is seeking an Outside Sales Representative to drive growth in the assigned territory. You will generate leads, cultivate relationships, and close deals while reporting on progress and adapting strategies to customer needs.

The role emphasizes an outgoing personality, exceptional customer service, and negotiation skills, with a focus on achieving sales targets and expanding our market presence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Previous experience in outside sales.
• Excellent negotiation and customer service skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop rapport and build relationships with existing and potential customers.
• Travel to appointments and meetings within your territory.
• Meet or exceed designated sales targets.
• Create and implement an effective sales strategy.
• Document all leads, sales, and customer interactions in CRM.
• Use best practices in negotiation and sales techniques to close sales.

Skills

Outside sales

Negotiation

Customer service

Communication

Education

High school diploma/GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and energetic Outside Sales Representative to join our team. In this role, you will generate leads, attract new clients, and close deals. Your responsibilities will include creating and submitting sales reports, building rapport with new and existing customers within your territory, evaluating their needs, and negotiating successful deals. The ideal candidate has an outgoing personality, exceptional customer service and negotiation skills, and a strong desire to close deals.

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Paid Time Off
• Career Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

• Develop rapport and build relationships with existing and potential customers
• Travel to appointments and meetings with potential and existing customers within your territory
• Meet or exceed designated sales targets
• Create and implement an effective sales strategy
• Document all leads, sales, and customer interactions in customer relationship management (CRM) program
• Use best practices in negotiation and sales techniques to close sales

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required, Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Previous experience in outside sales
• Excellent negotiation and customer service skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A positive attitude and ability to be persistent