Outside Sales Representative

Job Overview

The Sales Representative is responsible for developing, managing, and expanding Culinary Depot’s government business. This role focuses on federal, state, and local government agencies and requires a disciplined sales professional who understands public-sector procurement, compliance requirements, and long-cycle deal management.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute targeted sales strategies to penetrate and grow government accounts
• Meet or exceed revenue targets within assigned government territories or agencies
• Build and maintain strong relationships with government decision-makers, procurement officers, and stakeholders
• Position Culinary Depot as a trusted long-term partner
• Identify, track, and pursue RFPs, RFQs, and bid opportunities
• Manage bid timelines, compliance requirements, and submission deadlines
• Maintain a strong understanding of foodservice equipment, kitchen design, and installation
• Ensure solutions align with government standards and procurement regulations
• Prepare and present clear, competitive proposals tailored to government specifications
• Clock in and out, coordinate pricing, technical documentation, and internal approvals
• Work closely with design, project management, procurement, and operations teams to ensure seamless execution
• Monitor government procurement trends, funding cycles, and competitor activity
• Provide insights to leadership to support strategic planning
• Serve as the primary point of contact throughout the sales and post-award process
• Ensure client satisfaction and support repeat business

Qualifications

• Experience selling into government accounts preferred
• Background in foodservice equipment, construction, or capital equipment sales is a plus
• Ability to successfully pass an extensive background check for government property access after offer acceptance
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-management skills
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple long-cycle opportunities
• Willingness to travel as needed for client meetings, site visits, and industry events

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with performance-based incentives
• Paid time off, including vacation and paid holidays
• Health insurance options
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities