Sales Representative

Core-Mark International; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 health benefits

Employee stock purchase plan

401(k) employer matching

Education assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Core-Mark International in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a results-driven Sales Representative to drive growth across our network of independent convenience store customers, promoting our food service and convenience programs.

You will grow the customer base, manage territory accounts, and close deals through strategic outreach, compelling presentations, and strong relationship building, with compensation tied to performance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must own a reliable vehicle with valid driver's license and insurance.
• Experience in grocery or retail convenience industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Grow sales and profits by executing territory sales strategy.
• Prospect and onboard new customer accounts, including cold calling.
• Educate customers on programs, promotions, and service details.
• Review reports with store managers and pursue opportunities.
• Maintain pricing awareness and build new distribution channels.

Skills

B2B sales

Cold calling

Time management

Relationship building

Power BI

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM software

Job description

Job Description

• 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.

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.

Position Summary

Are you up for this exciting challenge? We seek a standout candidate, one who not only reaches but exceeds expectations, blending charisma, innovation, and customer engagement with a keen understanding of the competitive market. We value a competitive edge, sharp critical thinking, and superior communication skills.

The Sales Representative position offers an exciting chance to fuel our company's growth. You'll oversee a broad array of existing independent convenience stores customers, driving sales through our varied food service and convenience programs. Your role extends beyond maintaining existing customers; it involves tapping into new customers and forging strong business relationships. This role isn't just a job, but a thrilling journey of building success stories and enhancing profitability store by store, with your compensation directly reflecting these achievements.

Position Details

• Starting salary range of $60k-$70k during the training period. Post training, reps will earn commissions + subsidy until they scale their territory to 100% commission. Top performers can earn well over $100,000 annually!
• Car allowance + mileage reimbursement through CarData Program.
• 80% Driving Travel Required: This role requires the ability to drive to and from customer locations across the assigned sales territory (Pittsburgh, PA market).

Job Responsibilities

• Grow sales and profit margins through execution on sales strategy and territory management, planning a sales approach customized with individual customers.
• Prospecting and onboarding of new customer accounts, including cold calling to ensure a robust pipeline of opportunities.
• Educate the customer on convenience and foodservice programs, new product promotions, marketing policies, service, delivery specifics, and industry activities.
• Review daily/weekly/monthly reports with the store manager and assist with any opportunities that may arise.
• 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 for products, to ensure competitive pricing.
• Identify opportunities for campaigns, services, and distribution channels that will lead to an increase in sales.
• Participate in relevant industry events and networking opportunities.
• Performing additional duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate should possess the following

• Proven success with closing sales for a variety of product lines with B2B.
• Proven and successful sales ledger travel & effective time management experience.
• General knowledge of food safety standards including basic HACCP practice and cold-chain integrity, transporting of perishable foods, and maintain Serv-Safe certification.
• Detail minded and organized, with an ability to work independently with little direction.
• Strong communication and presentation skill set with a demonstrated ability to conduct professional, results driven customer presentations.
• Intermediate abilities with Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, PowerPoint & Power BI.
• Energetic and entrepreneurial spirit with competitive drive.
• Sales professional with experience and track record of growing market share.
• Proven success with relationship building and providing consultative services for customers.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• Must own a reliable vehicle with valid driver’s license, current auto insurance with a clean driving record.
• Experience in grocery, or retail convenience industries or relevant is a must.