Food Service Sales Representative

Job Title: Food Service Sales Representative

Job Location: South Florida Region (Miami, FTL, Palm Beach), Orlando region and Tampa, Naples region.

Job Type: Full-time direct hire

Salary Range: $90K - $120K

Job Summary

The Sales Representative within the food service industry is responsible for promoting and selling food products to various establishments such as restaurants, hotels, catering companies, and other food service providers. This role is crucial in ensuring that these establishments have a steady supply of the ingredients and products they need to operate efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Relationship Management:
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with existing clients.
• Identifying and developing new business opportunities.
• Understanding clients' needs and providing solutions.
• Following up with prospects and current customers.
• Sales and Marketing:
• Promoting and selling food products to clients.
• Conducting product presentations and demonstrations.
• Developing sales strategies to achieve sales targets.
• Order Management:
• Processing orders accurately and efficiently.
• Ensuring timely delivery of products to clients.
• Handling any issues related to orders, including complaints and returns.
• Market Research:
• Staying informed about market trends and competitor activities.
• Providing feedback to the company on market demands and customer preferences.
• Product Knowledge:
• Keeping up-to-date with product knowledge and industry standards.
• Educating clients about new products and their benefits.
• Administrative Duties:
• Maintaining sales records and preparing reports.
• Coordinating with other departments such as logistics and finance.
  

Essential Skills And Qualifications

• Sales Skills: Strong ability to sell and negotiate.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer Service: Focused on providing excellent service to clients.
• Product Knowledge: Deep understanding of the food products being sold.
• Organization: Ability to manage multiple accounts and tasks efficiently.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing market conditions and client needs.
  
  

Career Path

Successful candidates have a background in sales, hospitality, or the food industry. With experience and proven performance, they can advance to roles such as Sales Manager, Regional Sales Manager, or even into senior executive positions within the company.

Benefits

Benefits and Challenges

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing food service industry.
• High earnings through meeting targets and bonuses.
• Building a broad network of industry contacts.
  
  

Challenges

• Meeting sales targets and handling rejection.
• Managing a demanding schedule with travel to clients within the assigned territory.
• Staying updated with market trends and new products.
  
  

Overall, a career as a Food Service Sales Representative can be rewarding for those who enjoy sales, have a passion for the food industry, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.