Sales Broker- Columbus, GA

United Talent LLC; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Gas allowance

Job summary

United Talent Staffing is seeking a motivated Sales Broker / Grocery Sales Representative to develop relationships, increase product visibility, and drive sales in grocery and food service. The role is field-based in Columbus, GA with approximately 50% travel and a day shift schedule.

Ideal candidates have sales experience in retail or food distribution, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Prior sales experience in grocery/retail or food service.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Smartphone with internet access.
• Willingness to travel approximately 50% of the time.
• Ability to lift 30–50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Identify new business opportunities in grocery/food service.
• Build relationships with store managers, buyers, and customers.
• Secure product placements, displays, and promotions.
• Conduct product presentations, tastings, and demonstrations.
• Execute promotions, TPRs, rollbacks, and merchandising initiatives.
• Ensure products are stocked, displayed, and aligned with planograms.
• Manage customer accounts, follow up on orders, and respond to inquiries.
• Coordinate inventory needs and assist with order processing.

Skills

Sales

Customer service

Negotiation

Relationship building

CRM software

Tools

CRM software

Inventory tracking

POS systems

Job description

Category: Administrative & Clerical

Location: Columbus, GA

Type: Contract

Job ID: 1744580

Sales Broker / Grocery Sales Representative

Pay: $750 Weekly Guaranteed Base + $100 Weekly Gas Allowance

Schedule: Day Shift

Location: Columbus, GA/ Field-Based

Travel: Approximately 50%

Position Overview

United Talent Staffing is seeking a motivated and results-driven Sales Broker / Grocery Sales Representative to develop customer relationships, increase product visibility, and drive sales within the grocery and food service industry.

The ideal candidate will have strong sales and communication skills, experience in retail or food distribution, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, field-based environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the grocery and food service industry.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with store managers, buyers, and existing customers.
• Secure new product placements, displays, and promotional opportunities.
• Conduct product presentations, demonstrations, and tastings to increase customer interest and sales.
• Execute promotional programs, temporary price reductions (TPRs), rollbacks, and merchandising initiatives.
• Ensure products are properly stocked, displayed, and positioned according to store standards and planograms.
• Manage customer accounts, follow up on orders, and address customer inquiries.
• Coordinate inventory needs and assist with order processing.
• Collect and submit customer payments to accounting when applicable.
• Develop and implement sales strategies to meet or exceed established goals.
• Monitor product performance, identify sales opportunities, and provide regular updates.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous experience in sales, grocery retail, merchandising, food distribution, or a related field preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and customer service skills.
• Ability to develop relationships and identify opportunities to increase sales.
• Familiarity with CRM systems, order processing, and inventory tracking tools preferred.
• Ability to read and follow store planograms; training will be provided as needed.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Must have a smartphone with internet access.
• Willingness to travel approximately 50% of the time.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, reach, and lift boxes weighing up to 30-50 pounds.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple customer accounts independently.

Compensation & Schedule

• Guaranteed Base Pay: $750 per week
• Gas Allowance: $100 per week
• Day shift schedule
• Field-based position requiring regular travel to customer locations

About the Employer

United Talent Staffing is looking for dependable, self-motivated individuals who enjoy building customer relationships and driving business growth.

Join our team and take the next step in your sales career!