Sales Specialist

Job Summary

The Sales Specialist with The Restaurant Store is responsible for assisting the Sales Manager with various aspects of developing and maintaining an effective sales culture for a retail branch location. The Sales Specialist will achieve a variety of operational goals through effective day-to-day sales strategies that align with the goals of our merchandising, purchasing, and inventory teams.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the internal quota system and coordinate on-site visits for appropriate sales opportunities
• Develop and maintain extensive product knowledge and conduct product training within the branch location
• Build and maintain a working understanding of DISC profiling to match customer needs with a sales team member
• Communicate with Street Marketing team to identify opportunities within the local market that support future growth
• Communicate with Branch / Assistant Branch Manager(s) to identify charitable organizations to support within the local market
• Support Membership and Gold Membership growth year over year within the local market
• Support the growth and utilization of TRS.com across our customer base
• Maintain the overall cleanliness of the store

Physical Requirements

• Work is performed while standing and/or walking, up to and including 9 hours/day.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.
• Requires the regular use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
• Requires regular bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching.
• Requires the ability to regularly lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights, up to 50lbs.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in retail and/or supply chain management

Education

This role does not require a degree. We value relevant skills and experience and alignment with our core values above all else.

Desired Traits & Skills

• Proficiency with MS Office required (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and experience with CRM systems and project management tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain technical and complex concepts in a simple and concise way to ensure ease of understanding
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to quickly adapt as business needs change; ability to address difficult situations with diplomacy and emotional intelligence
• Service leadership approach with a demonstrated desire to exceed expectations
• Business Proficiency in English is required

Travel Requirements

May require occasional travel to other stores within the region

Working Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles.
• Occasional activities may involve exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, and exposure to dust, fumes and gases.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
• The passage of employees through the work area is average and normal.

Company Overview

Your one-stop-shop for restaurant supplies and foodservice equipment. We aim to exceed our customers’ expectations by providing excellent hospitality, quality, and value.

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• PPO
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• Dependent Care FSA
• 401(k) matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Incentives
• Company Discounts
• AT&T & Verizon Discount
• Bonus Opportunities
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Adoption Assistance Available at HQ Locations Only
• On-Site Fitness Centers
• Dog-friendly Offices