Produce Sales Growth Lead

Mike Hudson Dist; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mike Hudson Dist is seeking a Produce Sales Manager to oversee sales with existing accounts and manage the sales process across the territory. You will drive revenue by expanding new business and growing relationships with current customers in the Philadelphia area.

The role requires 1–2 years of related experience in restaurant, food sales, or professional catering, plus a high energy, self-starter attitude and excellent communication skills. A college degree is desired but not required.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of related experience in restaurant, food sales, or professional catering.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High energy and enthusiastic attitude.
• Candidates must live in the assigned geographic sales area.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow sales with existing accounts and new prospects.
• Compile lists of prospective customers from various data sources.
• Travel within the territory to call on customers and solicit orders.
• Demonstrate products and emphasize key features to customers.
• Quote prices, terms, and prepare sales contracts.
• Track stock levels and enter customer data into the database.
• Maintain relationships with purchasing contacts and resolve delivery problems.
• Mentor with senior staff to learn products, processes, and systems.
• Close sales and expand existing accounts by offering new products and services.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Self-starter

Multi-tasking

Relationship building

Negotiation

Time management

Education

College degree

Job description

Mike Hudson Dist is seeking a Produce Sales Manager to oversee sales with existing accounts and manage the sales process across the territory. You will drive revenue by expanding new business and growing relationships with current customers in the Philadelphia area.

The role requires 1–2 years of related experience in restaurant, food sales, or professional catering, plus a high energy, self-starter attitude and excellent communication skills. A college degree is desired but not required.