JOB FILLED - Sales Associate

The Sales Associate will sell a wide variety of vegetables needed by retailers, food service providers, and wholesalers in the produce industry.

Compensation:

• Salary based on experience and is negotiable.
• Opportunities to earn commission on top of salary.
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance. 

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develops and maintains relationships with potential and existing clients in produce.
• Knowledge of Famous ERP software.
• Identifies and locates new clients through a variety of methods including networking and cold calls.
• Develops and implements strategies for sales in an assigned region or industry.
• Applies knowledge of the field and product features to match products to the needs of clients.
• Answers inquiries from clients concerning products, their uses, and the industry at large.
• Provides information, quotes, credit terms, and other bid specifications to clients.
• Negotiates prices, terms of sales, and/or service agreements; prepares contracts and submits orders.
• Collaborates with purchasing departments, managers, and other staff to confirm that orders are processed with accuracy and efficiency and that products are distributed properly.
• Periodically prepares and reports results, status of accounts, and leads to manager.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent sales and negotiation skills.
• Thorough understanding of produce products to be sold.
• Organized with attention to detail.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with clients.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, or related field preferred, but not required.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Travel to meet with clients or potential clients will be required on occasion.