The work territories of this position are Northern Virginia, Arlington Virginia, and Alexandria Virginia. You must live no further than 1 hour away from the territory (including traffic) or willing to relocate on your own (relocation is not approved for this position).
JOB SUMMARY The Marketing Associate is responsible for growing market share in the designated markets. Responsible for satisfying customer needs and meeting management objectives. Must maintain and grow customer base by penetrating existing accounts and opening new accounts. Develop a close working relationship with customers and all internal company departments. The Marketing Associate is responsible for growing market share in the designated markets. Responsible for satisfying customer needs and meeting management objectives. Must maintain and grow customer base by penetrating existing accounts and opening new accounts. Develop a close working relationship with customers and all internal company departments
RESPONSIBILITIES Managing existing customer base. Visit weekly, provide marketing flyers, menu ideas and market updates. Prospecting/opening new accounts to meet company objectives and CMP goals. Pricing and order-guide building Collecting past due balances Attend all sales meetings and trainings Maintain a great working relationship with customer service department and operational teams. QUALIFICATIONS Education High School degree or equivalent Experience Minimum 2 years of sales, and/or chef/restaurant management experience, and/or related (Business, Sales, Marketing, Hospitality; or Culinary Arts) degree. 1 year of outside foodservice sales experience preferred Restaurant management / chef experience preferred Skills Proficient in Excel, Word, Microsoft Outlook, and some knowledge of Salesforce a plus Working knowledge of warehouse distribution, a plus Good communication skills Detail-oriented Decision Making Authority Profitability of a customer Most important decisions made with review and approval of other individuals or supervisors (include the reviews/approvals required): Customer credits and pricing
