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