REQ0107-C
Patrida Imports, LLC · Massachusetts, United States · 9 mo ago
RemoteRemoteOTHR$75k/yrContract
Sales
Prospect and develop new foodservice accounts through cold calling, networking, product demonstrations, and relationship-building.
Present and promote our product line to chefs, purchasing managers, and decision-makers.
Secure orders, negotiate pricing within approved guidelines, and follow up to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Maintain accurate records of sales activities, customer interactions, and pipeline using provided tools (e.g., CRM if applicable).
Attend trade shows, food expos, or industry events as needed to generate leads.
Provide market feedback on competitor activity, customer needs, and product opportunities.
Collaborate with our team on promotions, samples, and account support.
Requirements
- Proven track record in foodservice sales (2+ years preferred), ideally with food products, ingredients, or related lines.
- Established network of contacts in the foodservice industry within the assigned territory is a strong advantage.
- Strong understanding of foodservice operations, menu development, and distribution channels.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Reliable transportation and willingness to travel within the territory.
- Familiarity with CRM tools and basic reporting is a plus.
- Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills with the ability to build rapport quickly.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (travel to client locations required).
- Flexible schedule with availability to work evenings or weekends as needed.
- Knowledge of food products commonly used in the restaurant industry.
- Experience with additional CRM or sales tools (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot).
- Familiarity with Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.