Job Title:

Sales Representative - Foodservice We are seeking a dynamic, motivated, and results-driven Foodservice Sales Representative to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of proven experience in food, foodservice, restaurant, or related sales and a strong track record of developing new business and growing existing customer accounts. The Sales Representative will be responsible for driving sales growth, developing new customer relationships, managing key accounts, identifying market opportunities, and promoting our food products and services. This position is ideal for an experienced sales professional who understands the food industry and enjoys building long-term customer relationships. Duties and Responsibilities Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing foodservice customers and key accounts. Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the foodservice, restaurant, hospitality, and related markets. Prospect for new customers through cold calling, referrals, networking, in-person visits, and other sales activities. Promote and sell our food products and services to new and existing customers. Analyze market trends, customer needs, pricing, and competitive activity to identify opportunities for growth. Manage customer accounts and follow up regularly to ensure customer satisfaction and retention. Prepare quotes, negotiate pricing and terms, and close profitable sales. Meet or exceed established sales goals, revenue targets, and customer acquisition objectives. Maintain accurate customer information, sales activities, opportunities, and follow-ups using Salesforce or a similar CRM system. Work closely with management, operations, and business development teams to ensure excellent customer service and fulfillment. Stay current on food industry trends, products, pricing, and competitive offerings. Attend customer meetings, industry events, and other activities to develop business and strengthen customer relationships. Utilize Spanish-language skills to communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking customers when needed. Required Experience and Qualifications Minimum 2 years of sales experience in the food, foodservice, restaurant, grocery, or related industry. Proven ability to develop new business and consistently achieve or exceed sales targets. Experience managing customer accounts and developing long-term business relationships. Strong understanding of foodservice customers, market trends, and industry dynamics. Demonstrated ability to prospect, negotiate, close sales, and grow revenue. Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently while managing multiple customer accounts. Strong problem-solving and customer-service skills. Valid driver's license and ability to travel within the assigned sales territory, if required. Preferred Qualifications Existing relationships with restaurants, food distributors, caterers, hotels, grocery stores, schools, healthcare facilities, or other foodservice customers. Experience with wholesale food sales, food distribution, or food manufacturing. Established customer network within the assigned territory. Proven history of opening new accounts and increasing sales with existing customers. Knowledge of food pricing, margins, purchasing, and distribution. Bilingual- Spanish speaking is a plus Join our team as a Sales Representative and unlock your potential in a rewarding sales career. If you are passionate about driving business growth, have a knack for building relationships, and thrive in a competitive sales environment, we want to hear from you! This is a commissioned based salary , the opportunity is endless . Gas and travel expenses will be covered .

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$30,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Compensation Package:

1099 contract Commission pay

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Hickory Hills, IL 60457 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Hickory Hills, IL 60457: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person