Sales Representative

Performance Foodservice; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Stock purchase plan

401K matching

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Performance Foodservice in Jonesboro, AR seeks a results-driven sales professional to develop independent account business, focusing on profitability through new sales and account penetration. You will promote company-branded products and support regional/national customers to grow market share and visibility in the marketplace.

The role offers uncapped commissions, monthly and annual bonuses, extensive paid training, and a flexible full-time schedule with on-call evenings and weekends as

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent.
• 6-12 months sales/marketing and/or restaurant experience.
• Valid Drivers License.

Responsibilities

• Generates additional business through analyzing sales territory and individual customers; samples products with existing and potential customers; plans general sales strategy including time and territory management; plans sales approach with individual customers; and conducts effective sales presentations.
• Grows sales and profit margins on an ongoing basis to meet established sales and margin goals.
• Sets up new customer accounts by determining pricing; works with Credit Department for initial authorization; other center personnel for scheduling order-taking, deliveries, etc.
• Performs initial follow-up work with customer ensuring delivery and product satisfaction; coordinates with center staff to ensure timely service.
• Ensures customer satisfaction by providing an exemplary level of service; may deliver in emergency situations.
• Builds additional business with current customers through product penetration to maximize profitability of accounts.
• Minimizes accounts receivable problems by monitoring accounts for credit terms compliance and following up on issues.

Skills

Sales experience

Restaurant experience

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

• Commission based pay structure includes uncapped commissions, monthly bonus, and annual bonus incentives! Recognition and awards including top performer incentive trips.
• Set up for success with extensive paid training, alignment with local mentors, and ongoing foodservice industry training.
• Flexible schedule to meet your clients needs and life balance. Full-time hours Monday-Friday and on-call evenings and weekends as needed.
• Sales territory is Jonesboro, Arkansas area. The main distribution center for this territory is located in Little Rock, AR.

Job Description

Position Details:

• Commission based pay structure includes uncapped commissions, monthly bonus, and annual bonus incentives! Recognition and awards including top performer incentive trips.
• Set up for success with extensive paid training, alignment with local mentors, and ongoing foodservice industry training.
• Flexible schedule to meet your clients needs and life balance. Full-time hours Monday-Friday and on-call evenings and weekends as needed.
• Sales territory is Jonesboro, Arkansas area. The main distribution center for this territory is located in Little Rock, AR.

We Deliver the Goods:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Job Summary:

Responsible for the development of independent account business, with emphasis on overall profitability through both new sales and account penetration. Promote and sell company branded products and meet brand sales objectives. May also supports customer service activities for regional and/or national chain customers, thereby increasing visibility of the company in the marketplace and maximizing market share. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company

Job Responsibilities:

• Generates additional business through analyzing sales territory and individual customers; samples products with existing and potential customers; plans general sales strategy including time and territory management; plans sales approach with individual customers; and conducts effective sales presentations.
• Grows sales and profit margins on an ongoing basis to meet established sales and margin goals.
• Sets up new customer accounts by determining pricing; works with Credit Department for initial authorization; other center personnel for scheduling order-taking, deliveries, etc. Performs initial follow-up work with customer ensuring delivery and product satisfaction.
• Ensures customer satisfaction by providing an exemplary level of service by working closely with other center personnel to coordinate efforts to prevent and resolve customer problems. May be personally responsible for making deliveries in emergency situations.
• Builds additional business with current customers through product penetration in order to maximize profitability of individual accounts.
• Minimizes accounts receivable problems by monitoring accounts for compliance with credit terms and follows up on any problems.
• Maintains awareness of pricing trends within sales territory, particularly on market driven / commodity products, to ensure competitive pricing.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent
• 6-12 months sales/marketing and/or restaurant experience
• Valid Drivers License

Compensation

65,000 - 90,000