Job Description:
Terra Exports is a multicultural, entrepreneurial, leading global fruit trader packing, shipping, and importing fresh Avocados from Mexico, Chile, and Peru.
We are currently searching for a dynamic Avocado Sales Manager who is passionate about this fruit and has a reputation for being a star performer to join our company. As an Avocado Sales Manager, you will be an industry expert with a network of retail, wholesale, and foodservice outlets across the U.S. and Canada.
This position is based in our Las Vegas office, with an option to eventually work remotely (home office). We offer a competitive base + commission package, and great growth potential with the company. 50k-150k base (DOE) + commission.
Requirements:
- 5-years sales management or equivalent produce experience.
- Established track record for business account development.
- Strong sales relationship building skills.
- Ability to exercise professional judgment and decision making.
- Ability to effectively influence others.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong track record of accomplishment and promotion.
- Highly personable with the ability to quickly build relationships.
- Very organized and efficient with time management.
- Proficient in MS Office Suite and other business technologies.
- Ability to travel frequently.
Responsibilities & Duties:
- Business Development: New and Current Accounts.
- Proactively create contract, FOB, delivered, and program sales.
- Provide superior customer service to new and existing customers.
- Identify and strategically pursue opportunities based on industry trends.
- Develop strategies with the domestic team to better serve customers.
- Track and analyze customer sales history and purchasing trends.
- Complete and maintain accurate records of all customer sales.
- Attend industry and customer specific trade shows, conferences, and meeting with prospective and existing customers.
- Assist in AR management.
- Source for domestic and global opportunities.