Outside Sales Representative

Responsibilities

• Develop new business and grow existing accounts for profitable sales expansion.
• Identify and qualify prospects aligned with company goals.
• Research customer needs and recommend suitable products and services.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and share insights with customers.
• Answer customer inquiries, provide product training, and manage deliveries.
• Handle administrative tasks such as sales reports, quotes, and record-keeping.
• Participate in training and assist in onboarding new employees.
• Review sales data and coordinate collections and account management.

Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or GED; foodservice sales experience preferred.
• Proficiency in PC skills and MS platforms.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record and insurance.
• Ability to read, write, speak English; Spanish beneficial.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree, foodservice or restaurant management experience.

Key Competencies

• Building trust and customer loyalty
• Follow-up
• Sales persuasiveness
• Adaptability
• Strong communication skills

Physical & Work Environment

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift up to 20 pounds, and operate a computer.
• May involve working outside traditional hours to meet customer needs.