Are you ready to make a bold move in your career and help launch something fresh?
Join a Growing Force in Fresh Produce—Help Us Launch WPS Fresh South!
Wholesale Produce Supply, LLC has been a trusted leader in fresh produce distribution across the Upper Midwest since 1964. With decades of steady growth and a reputation for excellence, we’re now expanding our reach—and we want you to be part of it.
We’re thrilled to announce an exciting new opportunity in the St. Louis area as we launch WPS Fresh South. We're seeking a dynamic Business Development Professional with a passion for fresh produce and a talent for building strong customer relationships. This is your chance to play a pivotal role in shaping our presence in the Southern Midwest.
If you have a deep understanding of the regional market and a proven track record in sales and business development, we want to hear from you. In this role, you’ll lead the charge in acquiring new partnerships, driving revenue growth, and expanding our customer base, making a real impact from day one.
Be part of something fresh. Be part of something bold. Be part of WPS Fresh South.
What You’ll Do:
- Spearhead the launch of Business Development for WPS Fresh South in the St. Louis area
- Develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy to acquire new customers, including grocery stores, wholesalers, and distributors
- Research, Identify and secure new customers, leveraging your knowledge of the fresh produce market and industry trends
- Drive revenue growth and expand our customer base across the Southern Midwest
- Build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers at potential new accounts and lead the sales process from initial contact to closing the deal.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, operations, and finance, to ensure successful onboarding and ongoing account management.
- Attend industry trade shows, conferences, and events to network and identify new business opportunities.
What We’re Looking For:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in business development or sales, ideally in fresh produce or related industries
- Deep understanding of the Southern Midwest market, including key players and trends
- Proven ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships.
- Demonstrated track record of achieving sales targets and driving revenue growth.
- Willingness to travel.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
- Self-starter with a passion for growth and innovation
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a respected company with over 60 years of industry leadership
- Play a key role in a high-impact regional expansion
- Enjoy a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment with room to grow
- We offer a competitive salary + with bonus potential for achieving sales target, and a comprehensive benefits package
Ready to grow with us? Apply today and help bring WPS Fresh South to life.
Our company is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law.
This policy applies with regard to all aspects of one’s employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits and termination.
