College and University Dining and Food Services Sales Representative (Hybrid/Remote)

****MentorWorks Education Capital, a workforce development company, is looking for a College and University Dining and Food Services Sales Representative to join one of our employer partners. Candidates will be screened by the MentorWorks team. If selected, the candidate will move on in the process to our employment partner.

Job Description

The College and University Dining and Food Services Sales Representative will sell products and services offered by the company to current and new College and University Dining and Food Services clientele. CHEFS STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!!

Please note: Candidates will only be considered if they have at least five years of College and University Dining and Food Services Sales experience.

Duties/Responsibilities:

· Builds and maintains a network of sources from which to identify new sales leads.

· Communicates with customers and leads to identify and understand their product or service needs; identifies and suggests products and services to meet those needs.

· Demonstrates the functions and utility of products or services to customers based on their needs.

· Ensures customer satisfaction through ongoing communication and relationship management; resolves any issues that may arise post-sale.

· Maintains communication with existing and previous customers, alerting them of new products, services, and enhancements that may be of interest.

· Maintains detailed reports of sales activities including calls, orders, sales, lost business, and any customer or vendor relationship problems.

· Provides periodic territory sales forecasts.

· Participate in marketing events such as seminars, trade shows, and telemarketing events.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

· Excellent sales and negotiation skills.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

· Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Sales, Business, or related field

· At least five years of College and University Dining and Food Services Sales experience required.

Physical Requirements:

· Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

· Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

· Must be able to travel.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Travel reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Chef: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid/Remote in Lee's Summit, MO 64086 **
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Must have permanent US work authorization. Sponsorship is not available for this position.