Local Grocery Sales Executive at DeLallo

Scott Township, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sales, Customer Relationship Management, Product Knowledge, Merchandising, Communication, Problem Solving, Math Skills, Teamwork, Adaptability, Market Analysis, Inventory Management, Promotions, Negotiation, Time Management, Goal Orientation, Microsoft Office

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

Job Details Level: Experienced Job Location: Pittsburgh - (local team), PA 15106 Position Type: Full Time Travel Percentage: Road Warrior- Daily Local Travel Job Category: Sales DeLallo is seeking candidates for a Local Grocery Sales Executive. The role of the Local Sales Executive is to sell, order, merchandise and manage the products of the George DeLallo Company on a specified route for existing accounts in a geographic territory and to establish new accounts. Job Description: Meet and exceed sales goals Acquire and maintain knowledge of all George DeLallo Company products to ensure our reputation as "Being experts in our field." Develop and maintain positive business relationships and increase business in new and existing customers in an assigned territory. Introduce our customers to new items, shippers, surveys, off-shelf displays, cutting and sampling, promotions, ads, and cross merchandising ideas with the purpose of growing sales. Sell, order, stock and merchandise products according to company policies and procedures while maintaining sales profit margins. Coordinate sales and deliveries to meet customer's receiving schedule and company transportation schedule. Provide store shelf maintenance as it pertains to: credits, tags, TPR's pricing, product and shelf condition, product rotation, plan-o-grams, blocking of products, and use of POS material. Seek and develop knowledge and information about competitor activity, pricing and tactics, parity margins and communicate this information to the Local Sales Manager. Execute strategies for new business opportunities (concepts, prospecting, lead follow-up, etc.) in new as well as existing customers. Job Requirements: Minimum of 2 years of prior experience selling in the retail food (grocery) industry Demonstrated ability to exceed sales objectives Minimum of an Associates' Degree in Business or related field or equivalent experience Ability to communicate both verbally and written in an effective manner both in person and electronically Ability to perform simple math problems as well as basic knowledge and use of Microsoft products Able to interpret, understand and follow instructions and solve problems Capable of adapting to different personalities encountered Must have reliable vehicle and proof of current vehicle insurance Valid driver’s license without restrictions Must be goal oriented WHY DELALLO You’ll be working in a collaborative and innovative environment with an abundance of opportunities to learn and develop. Here, you will find a culture that encourages an entrepreneurial mindset that is focused on the future. You will work with an amazing team that helps and supports professional growth as well as works as a team to make sure the job gets done. COMPENSATION Competitive wages Bi-weekly pay 401k with company match TIME OFF Paid time off (can be cashed out in lieu of time off, if desired) Paid holidays off: New Years Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas HEALTH INSURANCE & ANCILLARY BENEFITS (available after 14 days for full time employees) Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision Hospital Indemnity Term Life Insurance Pre-tax spending accounts Free flu shots (all employees) LIFE EVENTS Short- term and Long-term disability Accident Employee Assistance Program (Counseling, Legal, Financial, Work/Life) CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Career Advancement Opportunities to transfer to other locations or departments Training & Development Individualized Leadership Training Opportunities Individualized Intern Development TEAM MEMBER PERKS Referral Program On-Line Purchase Discount Founded in 1950, the George DeLallo Company is a family-owned manufacturer and distributor of specialty Italian and Mediterranean foods. As pioneers and leaders of the industry, we have expanded from our beginnings in Jeannette, PA, as a roadside Italian marketplace to multiple locations. Our corporate office and distribution center is in Mount Pleasant, PA, where we lead our national sales teams and operate our fleet to service customers. We operate three olive and antipasto production facilities in Mount Pleasant, Penn, PA, and Oroville, CA. In addition, we own and operate our very own olive orchard in Oroville, CA, as well as an industrial bakery in Bridgeville, PA. The tenured team at DeLallo is enthusiastic about the continued growth and innovation of our company. Because our owners participate in day-to-day operations, dedicated team members who exhibit a strong work ethic, teamwork and professionalism are recognized and can more rapidly further their careers. As our company continues to grow, so does our need to build a solid team who offers experience, education and specialization to key fields of operation and who can continue to drive innovation. DeLallo provides quality products and programs to create partnerships with customers, to build brand loyalty with consumers and to give employees a sense of pride in the products that they bring to the market—to delight their neighbors with innovative, authentic and wholesome foods.

Responsibilities

The Local Grocery Sales Executive is responsible for selling, ordering, merchandising, and managing products for existing accounts while establishing new accounts. The role includes meeting sales goals, maintaining customer relationships, and executing strategies for new business opportunities.