Seafood Sales Specialist — Build Chef Relationships

Mikehudsondist; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacations

Paid Holidays

Health, Dental and Medical Benefits

Weekly pay

Life Insurance

5% above cost for our high-qualityfood

Employee discounts for travel and in-

401k

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

The Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. seeks a Seafood Sales Specialist to promote seafood products, build strong client relationships, and hit sales targets.

You will provide expert advice on selection, sustainability, and culinary applications, supported by CRM tools and a customer-first approach. Ideal candidates have seafood product knowledge, excellent communication, and the ability to work independently or with a team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales, preferably in the food industry or seafood sector.
• Strong knowledge of seafood products, including types of fish, shellfish, and crustaceans.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaborate in a team-oriented environment.
• Self-motivated and goal-driven with a strong commitment to customer satisfaction.
• Familiarity with CRM software and basic sales tools.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• A passion for seafood and sustainability in the food industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and repeat business.
• Provide expert advice on seafood selection, preparation, and sustainability to customers.
• Respond to inquiries, provide product recommendations, and close sales efficiently.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of the full range of seafood products offered, including sourcing, seasonal availability, quality standards, and culinary applications.
• Stay up to date on industry trends, market pricing, and competitor offerings to effectively position products in the marketplace.
• Demonstrate the unique selling points of products, such as sustainability, freshness, and quality, to customers.
• Track sales activities and progress, reporting to management on performance and customer feedback.
• Prepare regular sales forecasts and reports on product sales, inventory levels, and customer trends.

Skills

Sales experience

Seafood knowledge

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Independent / team player

Tools

CRM software

Job description

The Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. seeks a Seafood Sales Specialist to promote seafood products, build strong client relationships, and hit sales targets.

You will provide expert advice on selection, sustainability, and culinary applications, supported by CRM tools and a customer-first approach. Ideal candidates have seafood product knowledge, excellent communication, and the ability to work independently or with a team in a fast-paced environment.