Retail and Food Service Sales Representative - Columbus, OH at EURO USA

Cleveland, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jul, 26

Salary

70000.0

Posted On

10 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sales, Customer Relationship Management, Market Intelligence, Business Development, Product Demonstration, Account Management, Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Time Management, Negotiation, Prospecting, Strategic Planning, Analytical Skills, Professionalism, Teamwork, Inventory Management

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Description Position Summary The Retail and Food Service Account Sales Representative is responsible for establishing and maintaining long-term customer relationships by developing business and providing outstanding customer service in an assigned territory, as well as reinforcing sales management practices to enhance all levels of sales and profit. Duties and Responsibilities Gather and analyze market intelligence to determine potential sales of our specialty foods and provide information as needed to supervisor Establish and plan the expansion of our client base in assigned territory based on analysis and understanding of customer demographics, preferences, and needs Determine customer needs and provide solutions Conduct product demonstrations that support identified needs and solutions Prepare and deliver sales proposals, maintain customer prices, provide contract updates, miscellaneous administrative needs that customer request Consistently meet sales goals, providing VP of Sales weekly sales activities and sales goal progress Monitor customers’ receivables and follow-up with past due accounts to ensure they do not get past 60 days Promote Company capabilities, marketing promotions and programs to customers Attend all sales meetings Respond promptly to emails with customers and other associates in professional manner Knowledge of daily seafood/meat inventory and availability and contact customers as needed to provide updates. Review out of stocks daily and contract customers to offer substitutes and offer solutions Review buyer Specialty product updates as needed and provide solutions to customers Continually educate yourself on products, product applications and portfolio Introduce new items, provide promotions and walk stores it identify additional items to offer customers. Additional responsibilities may be assigned specific to work locations or line of business Physical Working Conditions Travel as required to fulfill the duties listed above or as required by the Company Standard office environment Job site environments may include standard restaurant and retail surroundings Work Hours Usually work 40+ hours per week. May work days, evenings, or weekends. Requirements Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Excellent communication skills, including written, interpersonal and listening 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 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 Benefits Euro USA, Inc. offers the following benefits which are available the first of the month following 60 days of employment: Medical Dental Vision Basic Life/AD&D Insurance Voluntary Life Insurance Supplemental Accident, Cancer, Short-term Disability, and Critical Illness Insurance 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA) Euro USA, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. PM22

Responsibilities

The Sales Representative is responsible for establishing and maintaining long-term customer relationships while expanding the client base within an assigned territory. They must analyze market intelligence, conduct product demonstrations, and meet sales goals while managing customer receivables.