Account Executive ( Food Broker)

About the role

Affinity Group is seeking an Account Executive to spearhead market growth and showcase clients' market-leading products through planning, execution, and results. This position reports to the Market Manager.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute event and activity plans for assigned accounts to build awareness of the client's value proposition and drive inquiry generation
• Build and influence high-impact partnerships while executing daily tasks such as virtual presentations, calls, and emails
• Deliver consultative sales presentations to distributors, merchandisers, buyers, and their sales teams through various mediums
• Independently support prospective clients throughout the sales cycle, utilizing CRM systems and ensuring data accuracy
• Leverage critical thinking to guide prospects toward successful purchasing decisions

Requirements

• The typical work week: Monday through Friday
• Daily motor vehicle travel to assigned locations required
• Position requires an active Driver’s License and a clean driving record
• 3-5 years in outside sales (Foodservice industry is a plus)
• Restaurant operations or culinary experience is a plus
• Ability to manage competing priorities
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and CRM systems
• An associate or bachelor’s degree

Qualifications

Great Place to Work Certified | Your Bridge to Success | Why Our People Love Affinity Group

Skills

• Outsourcing Sales
• Event Planning
• Client Relationship Management
• Sales Presentations
• CRM Systems

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Car allowance
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Competitive pay + bonus potential
• Gym Allowance
• Cell phone allowance
• Travel expense account

Pay

Competitive pay + bonus potential

Schedule

The typical work week: Monday through Friday