Territory Sales Associate

Loffredo Fresh Foods; West Des Moines (IA); Presencial; USD 50.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Vehicle reimbursement

Base salary + commission

Medical, dental & vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Biweekly pay

Produce employee discount

Descripción de la vacante

Loffredo Fresh Foods in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Territory Sales Associate to manage a portfolio of foodservice accounts across the Des Moines market. You’ll build relationships with restaurant owners, chefs and decision-makers, and grow new business with independence while supported by a team across sales, purchasing, warehouse, logistics, and customer service.

The role offers a base salary plus commission and vehicle reimbursement, with opportunities for professional growth and a strong

Formación

• Experience in sales, account management, or business development.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Hospitality, or related field preferred.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Willingness to prospect and pursue new opportunities.
• Reliable transportation and ability to pass background checks.

Responsabilidades

• Build and maintain relationships with restaurant owners, chefs, and foodservice buyers.
• Identify and cold-call potential foodservice customers and grow a new-business pipeline.
• Develop sales plans for your territory and track results.
• Introduce new products and solutions to customers to increase sales.
• Collaborate with purchasing, warehouse, logistics, and customer service teams.
• Respond to customer questions and resolve product or order issues promptly.

Conocimientos

Sales experience

Communication

Negotiation

Relationship-building

Self-motivation

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Marketing or related field

Descripción del empleo

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Territory Sales Associate

DIST DES MOINES-SALES Full Time Sales Des Moines, IA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2137

Territory Sales Associate

Des Moines, Iowa | Base Salary + Commission + Vehicle Reimbursement

Build Relationships. Win New Business. Grow Your Career.

Join Loffredo Fresh Foods as a Territory Sales Associate based out of our Des Moines headquarters. We are a family-owned food and produce distributor that has proudly served the Midwest for more than 130 years, serving customers across 11 states from six locations. We believe our employees are the key to our success and are looking for a motivated, relationship-driven professional to help grow our Des Moines market.

In this outside sales role, you will manage and grow a portfolio of foodservice accounts, develop new business, and build lasting partnerships with restaurant owners, chefs, and other foodservice decision-makers. You will have the independence to manage your territory, supported by an experienced team across sales, purchasing, warehouse, logistics, and customer service.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

• Experience in sales, account management, business development, foodservice, restaurants, or hospitality is preferred.


• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Hospitality Management, or a related field is preferred, but not required.


• Strong communication, negotiation, listening, and relationship-building skills.


• Self-motivation, organization, follow-through, and a competitive drive to win new business.


• Willingness to prospect, make cold calls, handle rejection, and pursue new opportunities.


• Passion for helping customers succeed and providing excellent service.


• Reliable transportation and ability to pass a motor vehicle check and background check.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Build and maintain relationships with existing customers through in-person visits and electronic communication.


• Identify, prospect, and cold call potential foodservice customers; maintain an active new-business pipeline.


• Manage and grow your territory by developing sales plans, identifying opportunities, and tracking results.


• Introduce new products and solutions to customers, increasing sales within existing accounts.


• Partner with restaurant owners, chefs, and operators to understand their needs and provide valuable solutions.


• Respond to customer questions and concerns, helping resolve product and order issues promptly.


• Collaborate with purchasing, warehouse, logistics, and customer service teams to deliver a positive customer experience.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN AS A LOFFREDO TEAM MEMBER

• Competitive base salary plus commission and vehicle reimbursement.


• Medical, dental, and vision benefits available the first of the month following 30 days of employment.


• 401(k) with company match available after six months of employment.


• Voluntary life and disability insurance options.


• Paid time off and paid holidays.


• Biweekly pay or optional DailyPay access to earned wages.


• Regular performance feedback, coaching, and opportunities for professional growth.


• Generous employee purchase program for fresh produce to take home to your family.