Job Description:
Caldwell Fresh Foods is an innovative and growing fresh-cut produce distributor seeking an assertive, savvy sales and marketing person who has a passion for the produce industry. We're looking for a dynamic individual to lead the charge in growing our business. The ideal candidate is looking for long-term growth and is eager to be part of a fast-paced, expanding firm. If you have a solid understanding of the produce industry, and if you have ideas that you feel are not being pursued and wish to work with "A" players, this is the place for you!
Compensation/Salary:
DOE
Requirements:
- Some overnight travel required.
Responsibilities & Duties:
- Call on current clients, present new products and acquire orders.
- Source new clients, present products and acquire orders.
- Create PowerPoint presentations for sales meetings.
- Conduct analysis of current product line and brainstorm new products.
- Work both in-house and on the road (estimated 30 mile radius from downtown LA)
- ssist in coordinating logistics as needed and handling customer/client complaint issues.
Skills:
- Strong team building skills
- Solid computer skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills
Qualifications:
- Strong customer service and marketing skills.
- Understands the value of follow-up.
- Sound knowledge of proven sales processes.
- A complete understanding of market conditions.
- Minimum three years in produce industry
- A proven track record in increasing sales and finding new accounts is a must.
