Seafood Sales Representative Location Hybrid remote in Saint Petersburg, FL : SEAFOOD SALES ASSOCIATE Local seafood wholesaler looking for strong seafood Sales for TAMPA. Strong food knowledge and experience with all levels of restaurants and/or hotels is a minimum requirement for this position. Sales experience is not required but helps, extensive training and on-going support is provided. The person filling this position will work with the top restaurants and chefs on a daily basis and must be familiar with chefs' expectations and requirements. This position requires complete dedication and offers rewarding relationships. You must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, enthusiastic, creative, and tenacious with solid communication skills. The role includes a portfolio of existing accounts but allows the person to focus on opening new accounts within their territory. Strong computer, organization, and customer service skills are required. This position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, growth-focused culture, an opportunity for continuous advancement within the organization and a competitive compensation and benefits package. Summary of essential job functions: Functions include, but not limited to the following: Efficient communication with current customers. Research customer business needs and developing a mix of products and services to meet these needs. Negotiate with significant customers establishing pricing and service guidelines in conjunction with sales and operations objectives. Strong commitment needed to become an expert in the company's products and industry. Effectively and efficiently work with sales management and other sales personnel. Minimum Requirements: Must be detailed oriented, self-motivated, and enthusiastic.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook), ERP systems. Must have great communication skills in order to conduct presentations. Must be able to multi-task and work under pressure. Some travel required Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. We offer a competitive benefits package including health, 401k, and Paid Time Off (PTO). Starting Salary is base plus inherited house accounts to grow with goal of full commission on growth. Enormous opportunity.
Make deliveries when needed. Participate in company activates, (i.e. sales meetings, food shows, dinners) Negotiate with significant customers establishing pricing and service guidelines in conjunction with sales manager and operations. Develop specific plans to ensure revenue growth in all company product lines. Minimum Requirements: Must have a 4-year degree Minimum of 3 years of experience in sales, retail, and/or food service operations, distribution/wholesale management. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook). Great communication skills. Must be able to multi-task. The ability to work under pressure.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Health insurance Paid time off Schedule:
8 hour shift Monday to Friday Weekends as needed Application Question(s):
Been computer literate and active for 5+ years. Education:
Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience:
sales: 3 years (Preferred) hospitality: 1 year (Preferred) computer: 3 years (Preferred) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Saint Petersburg, FL 33714
