Sales Account Representative

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and grow assigned retail accounts, balancing customer needs with company goals.
• Execute sales calls, promotions, merchandising activities, and impactful product displays.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities with prospective and existing customers.
• Present new products and programs to increase distribution and sales.
• Analyze sales and market data to uncover growth opportunities.
• Build strong relationships with store managers, owners, and key decision-makers.
• Support store openings, product demonstrations, and special events.
• Resolve customer concerns related to pricing, credit, and collections.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, sales, marketing, or a related field; equivalent experience (6-7 years of relevant sales experience) will be considered.
• 2-3 years of sales experience, preferably within consumer-packaged goods (CPG).
• Proven ability to grow distribution, increase sales volume, and achieve results.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver's license.
• Residence within the Metro Chicago area.

Qualifications

Service recognition and employee rewards.

Skills

• Customer service skills.
• Product knowledge.
• Communication skills.
• Relationship building.
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package available 1st of the month after start date.
• 401(k) with company contribution.
• Company car.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Career growth opportunities - we promote from within!
• Service recognition and employee rewards.
• Employee referral program.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Pay

$65,000 - $75,000/year

Schedule

Full-time position