Protein Sales Consultant

About the role

The Sales Associate at The Chef's Warehouse is responsible for generating sales, building customer portfolios, showcasing products, sealing deals, and managing inventory awareness. They must thrive in a fast-paced environment with a focus on building lasting relationships.

Responsibilities

• Generate sales through new business opportunities and expanding relationships with existing accounts
• Compile lists of prospective customers based on various sources
• Travel throughout the assigned territory to call on existing and prospective customers
• Present products using samples or catalogs that highlight key features and benefits
• Quote prices and credit terms to prepare contracts for orders obtained
• Provide estimated dates of delivery based on production and delivery schedules, and collect payments in a timely manner
• Maintain detailed records of business transactions, update expense reports, keep internal systems current with customer and sales data, and manage account receivables
• Collaborate with inside sales representatives to keep account activities and literature up to date
• Track stock levels to align product availability with customer demand

Requirements

• Relevant experience in restaurant sales, food sales, professional catering sales, or being a Chef
• Positive attitude with high energy, enthusiasm, and a strong team player
• Excellent organizational skills, verbal and written communication skills, and ability to handle multiple projects and initiatives
• Self-starter with a willingness to ask questions and learn new skills quickly
• College degree desired but not required
• Leadership qualities to foster a positive and innovative atmosphere
• Data-driven approach to monitoring individual and team progress
• Determined to bring a sense of urgency to the fast-paced environment

Qualifications

• Live within a commutable distance to the assigned geographic sales area
• Have a reliable form of transportation
• Have basic computer skills and understanding of Microsoft Suite

Skills

• Curious and creative
• Hungry for food and results
• Entrepreneurial
• Forward thinking and flexible
• Supportive of peers and chefs

Benefits

• Paid vacation and holidays
• Health, dental, and medical benefits
• Life insurance
• 401(k) employer matching
• Employee discounts for travel and events
• Employee stock purchase plan

Pay

Competitive base salary with an uncapped commission plan

Schedule

Travel reimbursement