Job Description:
The company is a family farm that is an industry leader and year round supplier of high quality, fresh produce. The company is in need of a salesperson who will successfully sell its produce by developing new business accounts and by servicing its existing customers’ needs. Our existing accounts include both small and large chain accounts and wholesalers.
A qualified salesperson candidate will:
- Have a thorough understanding of produce, quality, pack, promotions, substitutions, pricing, market trends.
- Be proficient with computers to ensure full use of the company’s Famous software program.
- Accurately enter orders, make changes and adjustments, create sales reports and print invoices.
- Resolve customer issues with proficiency and within the scope of authority.
- Be an independent worker and a self-starter who is motivated to seek out new sales opportunities.
- Build relationships within the company and with customers.
- Work to predict future trends and needs.
- Understand competitor’s products and services.
- Have exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Exhibit strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Be able to multi-task and work under deadlines.
- Maintain professionalism in stressful environments.
- Bi-lingual in Spanish and college experience is a plus, but not a requirement. This position offers the opportunity to earn a competitive salary, commission and benefit package.
