This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motived sales individual looking to grow a local territory within the greater Sioux Falls area to include all establishments within approximately 50 miles of the city. As a Produce Territory Sales Consultant for Express Produce, you will call on a variety of current and potential clients to include restaurants, cafeterias, hotels, schools, and long-term care facilities and more to provide fresh produce for their business needs while growing the business and brand of Express Produce. We are looking for a focused, motivated sales and customer service driven individual.
Responsibilities:
Grow sales
Identify, contact & open new account & business opportunities.
Monitor and follow up on new accounts.
Maintain and exceed sales results, initiatives, and targets.
Actively manage the prospects and growth of Express produce.
Manage Relationships & Communication
High level of commination with customers, warehouse, and General Manager.
Handling customer interactions and concerns quickly and professionally to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Maintain strong relations with customers, warehouse, and team.
Presentations to accounts and General Manger in virtual and face to face meetings.
Administration and Strategy
Contribute in the planning and vision for future growth.
Report and update weekly on activity status.
Performing administrative tasks, such as e-mails, follow up with customer-related questions or tasks, and tracking of targets.
Coordinate resources throughout the sales cycle including product support and sales.
Experience & Requirements:
2 plus years in related field
Previous sales experience preferred
Computer skills. Word, Excel, Outlook.
Reliable mode of transportation required with a good driving history
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
A passion for produce and experience in selling produce.
Hunter mentality when growing new business.
Organizational Skills.
Strong creative and problem-solving skills.
The ability to work under pressure.
Strong Communication and leadership skills.
Ability to find solutions and pro-actively grow their territory.
Strong communication skills.
Detail oriented and able to plan for their success.
Results oriented with the ability to overcome objections.
Benefits:
Immediate: Eligible for Paid holidays
30 days: Discounted product rates
60 days: Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance eligibility, 2 PTO days, Company Paid Life Insurance
90 days: Eligible to start contributing to your 401k
180 days: 2 PTO days
1 year: 401k match eligibility, 8 PTO days, Company Paid Short-Term Disability insurance
