Sales Representative

Performance Food Group (New); Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Performance Food Group (New) is seeking a results-driven Sales Representative to grow a portfolio of independent convenience store customers across Central New Hampshire. You will drive sales through our foodservice and convenience programs, uncover new accounts, and build strong relationships to increase profitability store by store.

The role requires 2+ years B2B sales, strong communication, and solid knowledge of MS Office; CRM experience helpful.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of B2B sales and account management experience.
• Experience in driving territory growth and acquiring new customers.
• Strong communication and presentation skills; basic HACCP knowledge not required.

Responsibilities

• Grow sales and profit margins through strategy and territory management.
• Prospect and onboard new customer accounts; maintain robust pipeline.
• Educate customers on programs, promotions, and service details.
• Monitor reports and assist opportunities; manage pricing and competition.
• Identify opportunities for campaigns and channels; participate in events.

Skills

B2B sales

Cold-calling

Territory management

MS Excel

Power BI

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Salesforce CRM

Job description

Company Description:

Core-Mark continues to grow as the industry leader in fresh and broadline solutions for the convenience retail industry. With a reputation for empowering customers, employees, and communities, Core-Mark has become the largest, most comprehensive marketer of consumer goods in North America - offering a full range of products, programs, and solutions to convenience operators across the U.S. and Canada.

Job Description:

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.

Compensation Overview

• We offer a competitive starting salary range of $55k-$65k, depending on experience, during 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.

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 7:30AM - 4:30PM

80% Driving Travel Required:

This role requires the ability to drive to and from customer locations across the assigned sales territory which can include locations in Central New Hampshire as the targeted territory. Some overnight stays may be required.

Position Purpose:

The Sales Representative position offers an exciting chance to fuel our company's growth. You'll oversee a broad array existing independent convenience stores customers, driving sales through our varied foodservice 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.

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.

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.

Benefits:

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.
• 2+ years of B2B sales account management and consulting experience is required.

Preferred qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field.
• Experience in food service, wholesale, grocery, or retail convenience industries is highly preferred.
• Experience with CRM platforms such as SalesForce

EEO Statement:

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.