Account Representative

Position Summary

The Account Representative is responsible for implementing sales and service strategies for our restaurant by-product collection service in their assigned territory, covering an hour plus radius of Des Moines. This individual plays a critical role in identifying and capitalizing on business opportunities to increase Sanimax's competitive advantage, improve customer satisfaction and enhance the company's reputation in the marketplace.

Specific Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sales strategies
• Maintain sustained growth by identifying new prospects and growing existing clients
• Build relationships with restaurant and grocery store owners and enhance relationships with these customers
• Take responsibility for margin and volume for your assigned territory
• Create innovative customer service initiatives to increase customer satisfaction
• Visit customer locations to better understand their business needs

Qualifications

• Previous sales experience obtaining new business
• Comfortable cold calling
• Capacity to manage time effectively and set priorities
• Able to understand the needs and stresses of the restaurant and food industry
• Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point)