Job Description:
We are a rapidly growing produce broker/distributor located in Colorado. We are looking for a Sales Professional who is career oriented with an entrepreneurial spirit. The ideal candidate will have experience buying and selling fresh produce. This person will oversee the entire produce buying/selling department and will be responsible for its growth and profitability. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced produce industry sales professional ready to take his/her career to the next level!
Compensation/Salary:
DOE
Requirements:
- Minimum five years of produce sales experience.
- An existing book of business, both customer/vendor base, is required.
- Experience selling to retail, wholesale and food service customers.
- Must have established contacts with west Coast fruit and vegetable producers.
- Computer proficiency is required.
Skills:
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
- Excellent organizational & negotiating skills
- Excellent selling skills and an ability to adapt to different customer types
- High degree of collaboration within the sales team
- Excellent phone skills, people skills, and closing skills
- Ability to work on several projects at once in a fast-paced work environment
Qualifications:
- Sound knowledge of proven sales processes
- Comprehensive understanding of market trends and conditions
- Self-motivated and willing to take initiative
- Able to work under pressure with close deadlines
- Good customer service and positive attitude
- High-energy and passionate about accomplishing sales goals
- Ability to stay calm while solving problems/issues
