Food Sales Specialist

Company Overview:

Graves Foods, a 75-year-old wholesale foodservice distribution company, delivers quality foodservice products to nursing homes, schools, restaurants, and other foodservice providers throughout the Midwest. At Graves Foods, you will find a rewarding career where your contributions make a difference! Position Overview Graves Foods, a 75-year-old wholesale foodservice distributor in the Midwest, is seeking a results-driven Food Service Sales Specialist. This role involves actively promoting and selling foodservice products to both existing and prospective customers, including nursing homes, schools, restaurants, and other foodservice providers.

Key Responsibilities Customer Relationship Management :

Establish, develop, and maintain positive customer relationships.

Lead Generation :

Reach out to customer leads through cold calling.

Sales Targets :

Achieve agreed-upon sales targets and outcomes within schedule.

Collaboration :

Coordinate sales efforts with team members and other departments.

Market Analysis :

Analyze territory/market potential and keep abreast of best practices and trends.

Presentations :

Create and deliver presentations tailored to the audience's needs.

Feedback :

Maintain relationship management skills and openness to feedback.

Minimum Qualifications Education :

High school diploma or equivalent.

Age & Legal Requirements :

Must be 21 years of age or older and authorized to work in the U.S.

Driver's License :

Valid driver's license required.

Screenings :

Must pass a drug screen and background check.

Customer Service :

Strong customer service skills with a proven ability to interface positively and professionally with customers.

Experience :

Proven work experience as a sales representative in the food industry; highly motivated and target driven.

Skills :

Excellent selling, communication, and negotiation skills. Prioritizing, time management, and organizational skills. Ability to analyze market potential. Culinary experience is a plus.

Location :

Must live near Jefferson City, MO or surrounding areas. Remote with the ability to travel regionally.

Schedule & Hours :

Monday-Friday. Flexible hours with some weekends as needed. Why Work for Graves Foods?

Family Owned :

Join a company with a strong, cultivating culture.

Flexible Schedule :

Enjoy a flexible schedule and the ability to make your own hours.

Competitive Pay :

Earn a competitive salary.

On-the-job Training :

Receive comprehensive training.

Full Benefits :

Access excellent insurance programs and paid vacation.

Incentive Programs :

Benefit from incentive programs and growth opportunities.

Employee Discounts :

Enjoy discounts on 100+ products. Graves Foods values dedication and a passion for sales, providing a supportive environment where you can grow and succeed. If you meet the qualifications and are eager to contribute to a dynamic team, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. EOE M/W/Vet/Disabled The above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements as the employee may be required to perform any other duties as assigned. In the event of an absence where the Buyer cannot perform these duties, the Manager will determine who shall perform these duties.

Affirmative Action Statement:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law.