Remote Foodservice Sales Executive

Simplot Company; Columbia, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Simplot Company in Columbia, SC is seeking a Sales Account Executive to implement a go-to-market strategy and hit annual sales goals in an assigned territory. You will manage trade spend, negotiate pricing, and ensure programs compliance across distributors and market channels.

Responsibilities include profiling key operator accounts, delivering product demos, and building cross-functional relationships to drive profitability of the Simplot portfolio. Travel up to 50% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent
• 3+ years in foodservice sales preferred
• Strong presentation and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and sales reporting systems
• Ability to lift 30 pounds and travel up to 50% (25% overnight)

Responsibilities

• Profile and penetrate key operator accounts essential to territory sales.
• Execute go-to-market strategies of the Food Service Division.
• Communicate selling benefits of Simplot products to customers.
• Develop relationships with distributors and market channels.
• Support in-store product demos and culinary events.
• Meet set sales goals and manage product portfolio.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Finance, Customer Service, QA, Culinary, Demand Planning, Production, and Logistics.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Mobility

Education

Bachelor's Degree (B.A./B.S.) from 4 year college or university

3+ years of foodservice sales experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Simplot Company in Columbia, SC is seeking a Sales Account Executive to implement a go-to-market strategy and hit annual sales goals in an assigned territory. You will manage trade spend, negotiate pricing, and ensure programs compliance across distributors and market channels.

Responsibilities include profiling key operator accounts, delivering product demos, and building cross-functional relationships to drive profitability of the Simplot portfolio. Travel up to 50% is required.