Food Service Distributor Sales Representative -Erie County PA

Maplevale Farms, Inc.9 months ago
Erie, PA, United States
Hybrid
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

DSR Role and Responsibility: To call on and maintain and grow existing customers. Also, to open up new accounts throughout the year. Report to District Sales Manager. We are seeking individuals that are self-motivated, organized, and committed to a profession in a values driven-family owned business.

Key Responsibilities

  • Foodservice sales – anywhere food is consumed away from home; Restaurants, Clubs, Healthcare, Schools, Institutions, Delis and Cafés
  • Open and maintain new accounts
  • Make weekly sales calls on customers and prospects, building customer relationships
  • Offer and oversee product demonstrations with Corporate Chef and Specialists
  • Utilize consultative selling with the aid of company ads and information
  • Maintain accounts receivables in accordance with the customers' agreed upon terms
  • Utilize our mix of products to meet the needs of the customer
  • Maintain sales records on accounts, price quotes, and menu ideas
  • Process orders on a tablet/laptop

Required Qualifications

  • Relevant work experience or college degree preferred.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Background in the restaurant industry or sales.
  • Self–starter.
  • Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
  • Reside in the geographic vicinity of the territory.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Benefits & Perks

  • Car Allowance
  • Cell Phone Allowance
  • Salary: Commission based – Salary will eventually be on a commission basis.
  • HealthCare Plan, along with Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability Insurance
  • 401K with employer contribution
  • Profit Sharing
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation
  • Inside Sales Support
  • Ongoing Training

Required Skills

Excellent Communication
Order Processing
Customer Relationship Building
Sales Record Keeping
Valid Driver's License
Consultative Selling
Product Demonstrations
Organizational Skills
Account Management
Time Management
Foodservice Sales