Account Executive ( Food Broker)
On-siteSouth Bend, Indiana, United States
Job Summary
Develop and execute event and activity plans for assigned accounts to build awareness of client value propositions and drive inquiry generation. Deliver consultative sales presentations to distributors, merchandisers, buyers, and their sales teams while building high-impact partnerships through virtual presentations, calls, and emails. Independently support prospective clients throughout the sales cycle by utilizing CRM systems to ensure data accuracy and leveraging critical thinking to guide prospects toward successful purchasing decisions. The role requires daily motor vehicle travel to assigned locations with an active driver's license and clean driving record, plus the ability to stand for extended periods and safely lift case goods up to 50 lbs. during food trade show season.
Required Qualifications
- 3-5 years in outside sales
- Foodservice industry experience
- Ability to manage competing priorities
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience with CRM systems
- Active Driver's License
- Clean driving record
- Ability to safely lift case goods (up to 50 lbs.)
Desired Qualifications
- Restaurant operations experience
- Culinary experience
- Associate or bachelor's degree
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