District Sales Representative (Foodservice) - Rice Lake Area

District Sales Representative - Rice Lake Area •Must reside within 30 miles of desired territory IFD is an independent foodservice distributor, family owned and operated since 1947. We've grown our business by keeping our Customers happy and by providing quality products at a great price. At IFD, we're passionate about helping foodservice businesses thrive. When our Customers are Satisfied, We Succeed. IFD is searching for a Sales Representative to be responsible for selling foodservice goods and services to our Customers as well as generating and following up on new Customer leads in the desired area. Responsibilities Manage a geographical sales territory ensuring that independent account business is developed and budgeted sales and profit objectives are achieved. Develop and execute business plans to add new accounts, drive penetration and increase sales and profitability of existing accounts. Provide a high level of service to our Customers during order placement, needs evaluations and in providing solutions, ensuring a smooth sales process. Demonstrate products using samples. Oversee and manage set up of new Customer accounts, scheduling of deliveries, order placement, price quotes. Investigate and resolve Customer concerns and issues. Develop and maintain relationships with other IFD department personnel. The Ideal Candidate Has foodservice experience and knowledge of the food industry; (minimum 2 years foodservice experience or B to B requested). Experience may include, but is not limited to, chef, foodservice management, foodservice sales, food broker. Resides within the specified territory. Reflects a commitment to excellent Customer service. Displays strong verbal and written communication skills. Maintains excellent interpersonal skill with ability to quickly build rapport with Customers and suppliers. Easily "talks shop" regarding basic foodservice principals and information such as food costing, menu planning, inventory control, etc. Is experienced with computers (laptops) and proficient in the use of Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and Outlook; accurate data entry skills; familiar with CRM software including sales dashboards. Can apply math concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical foodservice situations. Possesses reliable transportation, ability to obtain automobile insurance and holds valid driver's license with good driving record.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work will be performed mostly in the field and sometimes your own home office. Business casual and professional attire are required, depending on the situation. Overnight travel may be required on occasion.

BENEFITS

IFD offers and excellent compensation plan including a competitive base salary. Our benefits package is premium and includes some NO COST medical care options (including primary and specialty care, lab work medical weight loss and sleep study, physical therapy, behavioral health, procedures, surgeries and MORE for those on the IFD health plan), Affordable Family Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401k and Roth with Company Match, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Leave, Short Term Disability (company-provided), Long Term Disability, Paid Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Store Discount, and more. Only qualified applicants will be considered. Applicant must reside in the desired area. Drug-free work environment. Pre-employment drug screening required. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer operating under an Affirmative Action Plan.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Experience:

Foodservice:

2 years (Required) B2B sales: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

Remote