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Salesperson

Job Description: 

HLB Specialties, LLC in Pompano Beach, FL is looking for a Salesperson with experience in the produce industry. HLB Specialties is one of the largest importer and shipper of papayas into the USA and Canada and also handles mangoes, avocados, limes, and other specialty items from their six distribution centers located throughout the country. Since 1998, the company has been supplying large retailers and wholesalers in North America and is currently expanding its product line. The company is family-operated and places much emphasis on a good working atmosphere and is seeking someone positive and interested in growing together with HLB Specialties.

Compensation/Salary: 
DOE
Responsibilities & Duties: 
  • Contact existing accounts regularly to receive orders and process sale, including arranging for transportation and keeping track of inventory.
  • 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 properly according to P.A.C.A. regulations. 
  • Maintain daily communication with procurement and warehouses and be knowledgeable on HLB’s products and forecast.
  • Develop new accounts through calls and emails. Have good writing and phone etiquette and excellent interpersonal skills.  
  • Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and read professional publications; participate in yearly PMA Fresh Summit Exhibit.
  • Be willing to work on once-a-month weekend on-call rotation by answering calls and emails and resolving any possible issues (rotation starts August 2014).
Education: 
  • A High School diploma is required and a minimum of some college course completion is preferred.
Qualifications: 
  • Someone with experience selling tropical fruits is preferred. Be computer literate (Microsoft Office) and have the capacity to learn new programs and tasks quickly.
  • The candidate must 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.

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