Route and Chemical Salesperson

Arizona Restaurant Supply; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

A leading supplier in the hospitality industry seeks a sales professional for the Phoenix area. The candidate will establish territory, manage customer relationships, and provide support as needed. Responsibilities include sourcing new sales opportunities and achieving sales targets. The position offers competitive benefits including health insurance and a structured work schedule. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and a customer-focused attitude.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organized, accurate, and detail-oriented.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to be covered by company insurance.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Establish territory through customer interactions and site visits.
• Manage inventory and deliveries.
• Build relationships and source new sales opportunities.
• Meet personal and team sales targets and goals.
• Evaluate customer needs and build productive, long-lasting relationships.
• Maintain and expand your customer base within your territory while assisting the team in developing strategies for new territories.
• Attend meetings, sales events, and training to grow sales skills and product knowledge.
• Meet personal and team sales targets and goals. Quotas will be developed and published.
• Provide backup support to the Showroom as a front desk associate during downtime and potential rotation schedule.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Commission information This position is eligible for commission in addition to the posted base salary.

Position Summary

Work to establish and grow a street presence in the Phoenix area, focusing on chemical sales, disposable sales, small wares sales, replacement equipment sales, dish machine leases, and ice machine leases.

Essential Functions

• Establish a territory using direct customer interactions, cold-calling, and site visits to build relationships.
• Manage vehicle inventory and chemical / disposable deliveries.
• Work cross-functionally within Sales to offer full packages to customers, including chemicals, disposables, small wares, and equipment.
• Source new sales opportunities by thinking creatively and trying new strategies.
• Evaluate customer needs and build productive, long-lasting relationships.
• Maintain and expand your customer base within your territory while assisting the team in developing strategies for new territories.
• Attend meetings, sales events, and training to grow sales skills and product knowledge.
• Meet personal and team sales targets and goals. Quotas will be developed and published.
• Provide backup support to the Showroom as a front desk associate during downtime and potential rotation schedule.

Competencies

• Excellent customer service track record.
• Positive attitude and willingness to help others.
• Effective communication – via phone, email, and in person.
• Ability to learn new programs and work cross-functionally to improve web-based platforms.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Well organized, accurate, and to detail.
• A valid driver’s license and the ability to be covered by company insurance is required.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs into and out of a utility van.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with commercial kitchen equipment and/or kitchen chemicals.

Position Type/expected Work Hours

• This is an, salaried position. Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM.
• This position offers eligibility for health benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, supplemental insurance, and 401(k) matching along with paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.

About Arizona Restaurant Supply, Inc

Arizona Restaurant Supply is a full-service supplier to the hospitality industry: restaurants, hotels, schools, and institutions for restaurant supplies, kitchen equipment, and dining supplies. For over thirty years we have served the food service industry with courteous, friendly service. Our continually growing base of loyal, satisfied customers has enjoyed our expanded list of services and restaurant equipment products, and we work every day to continue improving our offerings. In addition to restaurant supplies,S does commercial kitchen design and has leasing programs for dish machines and ice makers available. We also offer monthly chemical services for all of your kitchen and janitorial needs.