Retail Food Sales Representative - Columbus, OH
$60,000–$70,000 year
RemoteUnited States or Columbus, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Establish and maintain long-term customer relationships by developing business and providing outstanding service in your assigned territory. Gather market intelligence to determine potential sales of specialty foods and plan client base expansion based on customer demographics. Conduct product demonstrations, prepare sales proposals, and manage contract updates while monitoring receivables to ensure accounts do not exceed 60 days past due. Continually educate yourself on product applications, introduce new items, and review inventory to offer substitutes for out-of-stock products. Travel as required to fulfill duties, with a schedule including days, evenings, or weekends. Consistently meet weekly sales goals and attend all sales meetings.
Required Qualifications
- Excellent communication skills, including written, interpersonal and listening
- Valid driver's license and proof of insurability
- Experience in the specialty food industry with a proven track record of prospecting and attaining new business
Desired Qualifications
- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Capable of analyzing issues and developing solutions
- Ability to be creative and innovative
- Excellent judgment and decision-making ability
- Organizational and time management skills
- Ability to retain product and process knowledge
- Ability to lead by example
- Confidence and professionalism in representing the Company
- Willingness to be a team player
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