Barilla Outside Sales Representative

The Role

The Outside Sales Representative is responsible for driving sales by visiting assigned retail locations to present and sell Barilla products, secure new item authorizations, sell promotional programs, and support merchandising needs.

Responsibilities

• Visit assigned retail locations each month to execute sale priorities.
• Present and secure orders for new items on behalf of our clients.
• Sell in promotional activities and, when possible, secure off-shelf displays.
• Verify product distribution and ensure authorized items are carried and properly merchandised.
• Affirm merchandising tasks such as stocking, rotation, display maintenance, pricing, and planogram adherence.
• Support special products, including demos, trade events, remodels, new store openings, and anniversary sales.
• Build rapport with client regional managers and store-level buyers.
• Communicate store issues, competitive insights, and trends to leadership.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED required.
• 5+ years of prior retail experience required.
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive long distances.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Availability for occasional overnight travel for meetings or food shows.
• Ability to speak, hear, and communicate effectively.
• Comfortable using tools such as hand trucks, pallet jacks, handheld devices, and basic office equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required.
• 5+ years of prior retail experience required.
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive long distances.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Availability for occasional overnight travel for meetings or food shows.
• Ability to speak, hear, and communicate effectively.
• Comfortable using tools such as hand trucks, pallet jacks, handheld devices, and basic office equipment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability.
• 401k program.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program.

Pay

$21.00 per hour, with a range from $21.00 to $21.00 per hour based on experience and location.

Schedule

Full-time position.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, reach, pull, grasp, and lift up to 60 pounds daily.
• Ability to work in cold environments as needed.
• Ability to drive for extended periods and stay overnight as required.