Are you looking to join a dynamic, talented team who understands the demands of the food brokerage business? A team and organization that prides its self in maintaining its high quality products and services as they’ve grown. An organization where you’ll want to stay and grow. Look no further because we welcome candidates with drive, motivation, energy, talent and vision.
We’re looking for someone with a strong, established customer list, outstanding customer relationship management skills, and the ability to manage products and make good decisions.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced produce pro with a strong sales background who has the passion and determination to “go the extra mile.” You should be ready for the challenge to effectively establish and grow the business by cultivating and managing profitable customer relationships.
The best candidates will have the ability to analyze complex and changing market factors, evaluate alternative sales practices, and recommend or implement effective courses of action. They will have an excellent understanding of the fresh foods supply-chain, annual supply/pricing dynamics, business operations, sales contract negotiation, distribution logistics, quality management and claims processing.
- Five years of experience and knowledge of the produce industry is required.
- Strong customer service orientation and excellent work ethic.
- Ability to quickly process information and make decisions.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented.
- Quick learner, a logical thinker and team oriented.
- Excellent and effective communication skills (both verbal and written).
- Effective negotiation and problem solving skills.
- Excellent time-management skills with the ability to multi-task.
- Computer literate: Word, Excel, Outlook.
- Excellent follow-through skills.
- Responsible for maintaining and developing relationships with existing and new customers.
- Plan and achieve annual growth in account penetration through gross profit dollars and gross profit percentage.
- Prospect and secure new customers in the foodservice and retail trade channels.
- Achieve budgeted sales volume objectives, market penetration, and average sales price by product, and ultimately contribute to company profitability.
- Provide input as to relevant market information, strategies, visions and goals.
- Grow distribution and placement in both new and existing accounts.
- Develop and communicate strategies to grow market share and customer base.
- Manage budgets to ensure effectiveness and meet area targets.
- Work collaboratively to ensure optimal customer service and support.
