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JOB FILLED - Fresh Produce Salesperson

Job Description: 

Since 1999, Jacob’s Village Farm has been providing the finest fruits and vegetables to throughout the greater New York City area. From Citrus to Stone Fruit. Pomegranates to Cucumbers and Bell Peppers, we’re your source of only the best.

We are now looking to expand our sales staff with an experienced Produce Salesperson/Buyer to join our team in Brooklyn, NY.  We’re looking for an experienced, honest and passionate professional that can work with our Sales Director to strengthen the relationship with existing customers and develop new business for our products.

The successful candidate will be responsible for building long-lasting, loyal client relationships, while endorsing and cross-selling new products to our existing and potential customers. This individual must have extensive produce knowledge. The Sales Representative will be responsible for both retaining existing business and ensuring renewals with the goal of expanding those customer relationships while ensuring consistent client satisfaction.

Additionally, they will be responsible for Spot market buying from shippers/ Brokers. 

The successful candidate:

  • Possess a BA/BS degree or equivalent training.
  • 1-3 years combined Produce Sales/Buying Experience.
  • Must have a record of solid business accomplishments in wholesale accounts.
  • Experience working with Terminal Produce Markets is preferred.
  • Understanding of price and impact on profitability in Wholesale Accounts is critical.
  • Advanced PC skills including Technology-based Platforms: Microsoft Office Suite software.
  • Ability to work collaboratively on a cross-functional team and company-wide initiatives.
  • Ability to comprehend product information data flow (item, vendor, cost, price).
  • Ability to solve problems within and across multiple departments.

We offer excellent earning potential and a benefits package which included insurance and 401K.  We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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