Sales Representative - Food Ingredient Sales

Plum Group Foods; Dallas (TX); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food industry is expanding its sales team and seeking a motivated sales professional with experience in the industrial food segment. The ideal candidate will excel in building relationships and achieving sales targets while providing excellent service. This role offers a competitive compensation package, including base salary and commissions, along with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Generous Commissions

Bonuses based on experience

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of successful outside sales experience.
• Proven ability to build business relationships within the food industry.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain relationships with current customers.
• Achieve sales objectives by providing superior service and product knowledge.
• Maintain positive interactions and clear communication with clients.

Skills

Sales

Communication

Negotiation

Presentation

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Bachelor's degree in Marketing

Bachelor's degree in Sales

Job description

Plum Group Foods is growing, and we are looking to expand our sales team! Our main product lines include IQF fruits and vegetables, frozen fruit and vegetable purees, and aseptic food ingredients. If you have experience selling these products, we want to hear from you! The ideal candidate will have sales experience in the industrial segment of the food industry and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication and responsiveness are essential to our growth and success.

Founded in 1990, Plum Group Foods is a nationwide distributor and broker of high-quality food ingredients to industrial manufacturers. As a family-owned and operated business, we are recognized for our high standards and excellence in the food industry. Experience in the industrial food segment is preferred.

This position can be remote or based in Dallas, TX.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain relationships with current customers, as well as build new relationships within the industrial food segment.
• Achieve sales objectives by providing superior service and product knowledge, growing existing accounts, and developing new customers.
• Offer outstanding service to both customers and suppliers.
• Maintain positive interactions and clear communication with internal support staff and clients.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of successful outside sales experience.
• Proven ability to build business relationships within the food industry.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage customer needs efficiently.
• Strong presentation, negotiation, and closing skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and meet or exceed goals.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, or related field.

We offer a competitive compensation package, including a base salary, generous commissions, and bonuses based on experience. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Job Types: Full-time, Base Salary plus Commission—salary based on experience.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Sales and Business Development

Industries

• Food and Beverage Manufacturing