Sales Area Manager - Southwest St. Louis County/HWY 44 West

Performance Foodservice; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Food and Beverage Services industry is seeking an entry-level Sales representative. This role focuses on developing independent account business while promoting company-branded products. Responsibilities include analyzing sales data, establishing customer accounts, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma and some sales or restaurant experience.

Qualifications

• 6-12 months sales/marketing and/or restaurant experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyze sales territory and customer data to generate additional business.
• Grow sales and profit margins to meet established goals.
• Establish new customer accounts and ensure satisfaction.

Skills

Sales

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Below is a revised version of the job description with improved formatting, clarity, and focus:

Job Summary:

Responsible for developing independent account business with an emphasis on overall profitability through both new sales and account penetration. Promote and sell company-branded products to meet sales objectives. Support customer service activities for regional and/or national chain customers to increase market visibility and share. Collaborate as a team within the department and organization, performing any duties assigned to serve the company effectively.

Job Responsibilities:

• Analyze sales territory and customer data to generate additional business; sample products; plan sales strategies including territory management; conduct effective sales presentations.
• Grow sales and profit margins to meet established goals.
• Establish new customer accounts by determining pricing, coordinating with Credit Department, and scheduling orders and deliveries; follow up to ensure satisfaction.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by coordinating efforts with team members; may personally make deliveries in emergencies.
• Expand business with current customers through product penetration to maximize profitability.
• Monitor accounts for credit compliance and follow up on issues to minimize receivable problems.
• Stay informed about pricing trends within the territory, especially for market-driven/commodity products, to maintain competitive pricing.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• 6-12 months sales/marketing and/or restaurant experience.
• Valid Driver's License.

Additional Details:

• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Sales and Business Development
• Industry: Food and Beverage Services