Account Executive (Business Development)

at  AVI Foodsystems Inc

AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic team member to fill the role of an Account Executive on our Business Development Team in Michigan.
Founded in 1960, AVI Foodsystems has evolved into one of the most respected and trusted food service companies in the nation. Providing comprehensive food services with a focus on the highest quality and freshest ingredients, impeccable service and total value is the reputation we have earned and live up to everyday.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Successful sales experience in a business to business environment
• A background in contract foodservice, food/beverage vending, office coffee service, or other closely related field is preferred, but not required
• A highly self-motivated work style, with the ability to work independently
• A serious, outgoing and aggressive personality with a competitive spirit
• Familiarity with the market, and currently residing in or willingness to relocate to the market area

• Prospect and build relationships with potential customers
• Aggressively grow an assigned territory
• Gain strong knowledge of local competition
• Continuously research new business opportunities
• Collaborate with operations to develop strategic plans to acquire accounts
• Build a database of business leads
• Contribute to the company’s mission, vision and core values