HLB Specialties, LLC in Pompano Beach, FL is looking for a sales account manager with experience in the produce industry. We are one of the largest importer and shipper of papayas into the USA and Canada and also handle mangoes, avocados, limes, and other specialty items through six distribution centers. For over 25 years, together with our German office, HLB has been supplying the largest retailers and wholesalers in 12 countries. The company places much emphasis on a good working atmosphere and is seeking someone positive and interested in growing together with HLB Specialties.
We are looking for a sales person, who:
- Has a proven track record of high volume sales in the produce industry.
- Preferably has dealt with retail and food service buyers directly.
- Has excellent follow-up, is persistent, and able to close most of the initiated deals.
- Is creative in coming up with solutions and doesn’t give up easily.
- Has effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Is energetic and positively ambitious to grow within our company.
- Most importantly, has the initiative to develop their own action plan and stay focused on the goal.
- Develop new accounts through calls and emails and handle all aspects of the sale, including but not limited to processing invoices and arranging for transportation.
- Follow up with accounts to ensure that orders are completed to clients’ and HLB’s satisfaction. If there are issues, ensure that complaints and problems are recorded and followed up according to P.A.C.A. regulations.
- Maintain daily communication with procurement and warehouses and be knowledgeable about HLB’s products and forecast.
- Minimum of 3 years related experience in high volume sales of produce items, tropical fruits preferred.
- Be computer literate (Microsoft Office) and have the capacity to learn new programs and tasks quickly.
- Be willing to take initiative and be capable to multi-task, aside from being a self-motivated, goal-oriented, proactive, and positive person.
- A bilingual (English and Spanish) candidate is preferred.
We offer compensation according to your ability to generate sales, plus commission and a health and social benefit package that will motivate you to grow within our company.
Only local applicants, please.
