Food Service Sales Representative

Lakeland Marketing Denver

Food Service Sales Representative

Centennial, CO
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    If you love connecting with restaurants and chefs, we have a position for you. This position will include both inside sales and outside sales in the food service world. We are a 37-year-old food service sales agency that has been bringing quality brands and products to the Colorado culinary community. We are looking for a competitive, sales-driven, and highly-motivated field sales representative to join our team. You will work with customers showing products, answering questions, and offering solutions to drive sales. Will work with key clients to introduce products, support current business, and grow sales. The ideal candidate knows how to get the sale, leaning into their strong communication and interpersonal skills to convert potential customers into new clients. If this sounds like the perfect fit for you, start your application today! Responsibilities: • Study and research local market trends and competitor activity to discover potential leads • Assess the performance of specific properties in your area and develop sales plans and goals that are in line with the broader brand goals • Generate new business, close deals, and increase revenue by cold calling, on-site visits and sales tours, and community networking • Motivate the sales team to meet or exceed established monthly, quarterly, and annual sales and profit margin targets • Keep a list of important clients up to date to ensure the ongoing development of relationships Qualifications: • 3 or more years of experience in sales management or a leadership role in the sales department, preferably in hospitality • This position requires previous work experience in a hospitality role • High school diploma or GED, and bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred • Demonstrated exceptional social, verbal, and negotiating abilities • Outstanding organizational skills and time management • Familiarity with the food service industry and K-12 nutrition is a plus. Compensation: $50,000 - $80,000 yearly

  • Compensation
    $50,000-$80,000 per year