Sales Representative

Smithfield Fresh Meats Sales Corp; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Sales Representative to join our team. This entry‑level role focuses on building strategic customer relationships, introducing new products, and supporting cross-functional teams to drive demand.

You will travel across the territory to engage customers, demonstrate products, and support accurate forecasting while gaining hands‑on training and real‑world exposure to grow in a leading consumer packaged goods company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; Excel and Word required.
• Valid driver’s license with travel up to 80% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the sales team and coordinate daily work.
• Build and nurture relationships with existing customers.
• Maintain displays and ensure merchandising standards across store locations.
• Track sales performance and assist with planning and execution.
• Travel throughout the assigned territory to engage with customers and present product offerings.

Skills

Sales

Communication

Customer relations

Time management

Problem solving

Travel

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Excel

Word

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM software

Job description

Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values – gratitude, communication, respect and accountability – and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.

VALUE YOU’LL BRING

The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. Are you a driven and motivated Sales professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, building relationships with customers, collaborating with great internal teams, being innovative to achieve business results? Join one of the country’s top consumer packaged goods companies, Smithfield Foods! We have built a culture that places value on our employees, our animals, the environment and the communities we all share. Smithfield Foods and our Sales teams are consistently evolving and looking for individuals that can help foster relationships and achieve results to impact our bottom line! As a Sales Representative, you will represent our brand by introducing new products and building strategic customer relationships. This role manages key product categories such as bacon, ham, and fresh pork, while working cross-functionally with Business Management, Marketing and Plant Operations to ensure strong execution in the marketplace. You will gain experience in broker management, customer engagement, trade execution, and demand planning. Expect to visit manufacturing facilities to strengthen product knowledge, manage trade spend, and support accurate forecasting. This entry‑level role is designed to launch your sales career with hands‑on training, real‑world exposure, and growth opportunities.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

• Sales Administration & Workflow Coordination: Provide comprehensive administrative support to the sales team by coordinating daily work, managing documentation, and ensuring timely communication with customers to keep sales operations running smoothly.
• Customer Relationship Development: Build and nurture long‑term relationships with existing customers by providing consistent support, understanding their evolving needs, and delivering tailored solutions that drive satisfaction and loyalty.
• Retail Execution & Merchandising: Maintain clean, well‑stocked, and visually appealing product displays across all store locations; ensure samples are replenished and merchandising standards are upheld to enhance the customer shopping experience and support brand visibility.
• Sales Reporting & Promotional Tracking: Collaborate with Account Managers to track and analyze daily and weekly sales performance; update teams on promotional effectiveness to inform future planning and execution.
• Account Management & Issue Resolution: Support the development and growth of sales accounts by managing key metrics, resolving customer complaints promptly, and ensuring that all store‑level initiatives are implemented effectively to meet or exceed sales objectives.
• Territory Coverage & Product Demonstration: Travel throughout the assigned territory to engage with current and prospective customers, present product offerings using samples or catalogs, and highlight key features that align with customer needs and drive purchasing decisions.

WHAT WE’RE SEEKING

• Education & Eligibility: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four‑year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Company will consider a currently enrolled college student with an anticipated graduation by end of current school year as qualified.
• Technical & Software Proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Word.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear presentations and build effective working relationships across teams and with customers.
• Problem‑Solving: Ability to manage sales accounts, resolve customer issues, and make sound decisions in a fast‑paced environment while meeting or exceeding performance metrics.
• Travel & Licensing: A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is required; local travel up to 80% of the time is expected, with occasional overnight stays based on business needs.

OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT

Experience using sales‑related software tools for reporting, planning, and communication, preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Capable of sitting for extended periods of time. Must be able to occasionally lift 25lbs to 50 lbs. Frequently required to sit; stand; walk; reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Able to travel as needed. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

BENEFITS

• Smithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out‑of‑pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers.
• Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more.
• Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Through LinkedIn Learning, employees can access on‑demand courses, professional certificates, and skill‑based training to build capabilities aligned with career and business needs.
• Our partnership with Guild supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high‑potential talent.
• We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.

RELOCATION PACKAGE AVAILABLE

Relocation Package Available

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non‑job characteristic as directed by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757‑357‑1595.

At Smithfield, good food starts with good people. “Good food. Responsibly.®” is more than just our tagline; it's what we do. We provide good jobs. We take good care of our animals. We are good stewards of the environment. We do good in our local communities.

Company Overview

Headquartered inSmithfield, Virginia,since 1936,Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others.