Job Description:
The Foodservice Sales Representative will be a motivated self-starter based out of our Dallas, TX facility. The qualified individual will be an enthusiastic and outgoing individual with the ability to multi-task. Knowledge of fresh cut produce and/or manufacturing is a plus, but not required. Limited travel of 10% may be required depending on operational needs.
Responsibilities:
- Manages assigned Foodservice Customer Accounts achieving average price and volume targets.
- Utilizes team building and communication skills to create strong department and company- wide relationships.
- Provides professional customer service.
- Works in partnership with our production, procurement and quality teams to maintain our current customer base.
- Expert proficiency in company systems.
- Accounts Receivable for all assigned Foodservice customers with a goal of <1% over 30-days.
- Intricate player in the continued growth and development of our division’s profitable product offerings.
- Contributes to the growth of the Foodservice Sales segment.
- Constantly strives to develop skills-set necessary to meet department, and company strategic goals.
- Represents Taylor Farms Texas, Inc. in an ethical and business-like professional manner in all interactions with co-workers, suppliers, customers, and the business community at large.
- Attends trade shows and customer functions as necessary.
- Analyzes customer product mix to maintain and achieve maximum profits.
- Performs other duties as instructed by supervisor.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, Business or pertinent field is preferred.
- Strong organizational and planning skills necessary. Must have excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.
- This position requires a dependable and reliable work ethic with strong interpersonal skills.
- Texas Driver’s license is required.
