Sales Executive- Richmond, VA

Baldor Specialty Foods; Lanham (MD); Vor Ort; USD 80.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Uncapped commission

Paid holidays & vacation

Retirement savings plan

Employee discounts

Career growth opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Baldor Specialty Foods in the Mid-Atlantic region is seeking a Sales Executive to grow high-value accounts and develop new business with chefs, caterers, hotels, and retailers. You’ll present Baldor’s premium ingredients, manage contracts, and drive growth through consultative selling in a fast-paced food distribution environment.

The role offers a generous base salary of 80,000–100,000 USD per year, uncapped commissions, paid holidays, a retirement plan, and strong opportunities for career

Qualifikationen

• 4+ years of proven success in sales (food sales, restaurant, or catering preferred).
• Genuine love for food and the culinary industry.
• Relationship-building and outstanding interpersonal skills.
• Self-starter who thrives independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Leader who fosters a positive, team-oriented atmosphere.
• Data-driven with comfort using metrics to drive decisions.
• Determined with urgency to achieve results under tight deadlines.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for client visits.

Aufgaben

• Generate sales by developing new business opportunities and expanding relationships with existing accounts.
• Go into market weekly to connect with chefs, caterers, hotels, and retail partners to grow business.
• Present Baldor’s premium product line using samples, catalogs, and consultative selling.
• Prepare contracts, quote prices, and manage credit terms to close deals.
• Provide accurate timelines for delivery and ensure timely payment collections.
• Maintain organized records and update CRM systems; track account activity.
• Partner with inside sales to coordinate account activities and customer support.
• Stay current on product knowledge, industry trends, and competitor offerings.
• Represent Baldor’s values while fostering long-term partnerships rooted in trust.

Kenntnisse

4+ years sales

Food sales

Relationship building

Self-starter

Leadership

Data-driven

Urgency and focus

Driver’s license

Jobbeschreibung

• Base Pay $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 / Year
• Job Category Sales
• Employee Type Full-Time

Position Summary

Do you love great food and great restaurants? Baldor Specialty Foods, a leader in premium food distribution, is expanding its Sales Executive Team, and we’re seeking driven, food-passionate professionals who excel at building client relationships, growing accounts, developing new business, and delivering exceptional service in a fast-paced environment. In this role, you’ll get to partner with some of the best chefs in the region to introduce them to great ingredients that will enhance their menus. We’re looking for people who can live and breathe the stories of our products—people who can share our customers’ passion for high-quality produce, meats, dairy, and specialty products. Many of our best Sales Executives have been chefs themselves, but it’s certainly not a requirement. You’ll fit in here if you have experience with consultative/solution-oriented sales, as we aim to deliver “radical hospitality” while trying to grow average order value and new customers. This role offers unlimited earning potential with no caps on commission, making it the perfect opportunity for top sales performers to maximize their success, while also being surrounded by incredible food.

Responsibilities

• Generate sales by developing new business opportunities and expanding relationships with existing accounts
• Go into market every week to connect with chefs, caterers, hotels, and retail partners to build or acquire business
• Present Baldor’s premium product line using samples, catalogs, and consultative selling techniques
• Prepare contracts, quote prices, and manage credit terms to close deals effectively
• Provide accurate timelines for delivery, manage customer expectations, and ensure timely payment collections
• Maintain organized records of business transactions, update CRM systems, and track account receivables
• Partner with inside sales representatives to coordinate account activities and customer support
• Stay current on product knowledge, industry trends, and competitor offerings
• Represent Baldor’s values while fostering long‑term partnerships rooted in trust

Requirements and Skills

• Experienced: 4+ years of proven success in sales (food sales, restaurant, or catering preferred)
• Passionate:Genuine love for food and the culinary industry
• Relationship Builder:Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-Starter:Motivated to learn, ask questions, and thrive independently
• Leader: Able to foster a positive, team-oriented atmosphere that motivates others
• Data-Driven:Comfortable using metrics to monitor progress and drive decisions
• Determined:Brings urgency and focus to achieving results under tight deadlines
• Prepared:Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for customer visits

Why Join Baldor as a Sales Executive?

• Competitive base salary: $80,000–$100,000 annually (depending on experience)
• Uncapped commission plan with unlimited earning potential
• Paid holidays & vacation time
• Retirement savings plan with employer match
• Employee discounts on premium products
• Career growth opportunities in a rapidly expanding company
• Being surrounded by great food!

Join our dynamic team and make a significant impact on the success of our products and the satisfaction of our customers.

Summary

About Baldor

Since our beginnings as part of the iconic Greenwich Village retail store, Balducci’s, Baldor has upheld its original promise—to curate and deliver the finest ingredients from around the world. For more than 30 years, we have supported the food industry using cutting‑edge logistics, a modern supply chain, and an unwavering commitment to service. Today, we are the trusted distribution partner for top hotels, restaurants, country clubs, hospitals, nursing homes, and culinary professionals across the region.