Outside Sales Representative – New York City & Northeast Territory

About the role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and driven Outside Sales Representative to join our team. This is a local, NYC-based role covering multiple states across the Northeast territory.

Responsibilities

• Establish contact with and identify new sales opportunities.
• Follow up with potential leads.
• Contact regular and prospective customers through cold calling.
• Provide estimates or quotes for prices, delivery dates, and other relevant details.
• Recommend products to customers based on their needs, interests, and business type.
• Answer questions regarding pricing, product availability, and other inquiries.
• Identify and establish contact with potential customers.
• Develop and maintain relationships with existing customers.
• Travel throughout the assigned Northeast states to meet with new or existing clients, as well as periodic travel to company headquarters as needed.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of sales experience is required.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Strong time management and ability to meet sales goals.
• Excellent presentation, sales, and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of product and ability to build client relationships.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Culinary or meat industry background.
• Knowledge of CRM programs.
• Chef or cooking experience.

Pay

• 1st year: $60,000 base salary (no commission).
• 2nd year and beyond: $38,500 base salary + commission (4% of gross profit).