Southern Specialties, Inc., a vertically integrated family of companies, is a Grower, Packer, Importer, Shipper, Processor, Marketer and Logistics provider involved with tropical fruit & vegetables throughout the America’s. We are headquartered in Pompano Beach, Florida with growing operations located throughout Central & South America including Mexico, Canada, and the US.
The Company focuses on niche specialty fruit & vegetable categories that supports consumer trends including value-added convenience packaging. The company distributes its product under the brand names Southern Selects, Today’s Gourmet, and provides private label programs for various segments of the produce industry.
We are a globally competitive enterprise that relies on deep, collaborative partnerships that increase the effectiveness of every aspect of our operations and dedicated to maximizing efficiency throughout the value chain.
JOB DESCRIPTION
As a Key Account Manager, you will be expected to handle a broad base of commodities to new and existing accounts including foodservice, retail, price clubs, and wholesale customers across North America.
We have an opportunity for an experienced, motivated, and self-driven talented individual to join our sales team. The right candidate will acquire good people and market instinct, a win-win view of both grower and buyer interests, and a deep understanding of demand management. Capable of working in a fast-paced environment with an unmatched support team to maximize your success.
DUTIES:
- New account development, existing account cultivation
- Know your products and service capabilities
- Know your customers and anticipate their needs
- Demand forecasting and budgeting
- Program, contract and spot market sales
- Order fulfillment
- Cross-selling
SKILLS:
- Phone/email etiquette
- Clear written/verbal communication
- Understands crops and markets based on supply & demand
- Customer service driven
- Proficient in Outlook, Word, & PowerPoint
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to multi-task
ATTRIBUTES:
- Enthusiastic, persistent, and confident
- Attention to detail and strong analytical ability
- Passion for sales, and a drive to succeed
- Prior knowledge of fresh produce and agriculture
- Willingness to travel, attend trade shows, as needed
- Personable, reliable and trustworthy
- Strong work ethic
- High moral integrity
- Creative problem solver
If this position sounds of interest and you are considered a solid salesperson with a stellar reputation. Please forward your resume to kconcepcion@southspec.com. Only the resumes that do have the specific experience will be contacted.
We are drug-free workplace – all candidates must satisfactorily pass a drug test and background screening.
Equal Opportunity Employer
