Regional Sales Manager – Northeast
About Us:
Founded in 1999, Eli & Ali’s is a certified organic packer, wholesaler, and distributor located in the heart of Brooklyn, NY. What began with premium tomatoes served to New York’s most discerning establishments has grown into a full line of exceptional organic and specialty produce. For over 25 years, we’ve proudly supported the Tri-State Area’s best retailers and restaurants. We’re a small, close-knit team with a shared passion for quality and service—and we’re growing.
The Opportunity:
We’re seeking a Regional Sales Manager to join our team and lead business development efforts across the Northeast region. This is a hybrid role that combines remote work with regular travel to meet customers on-site. Your primary focus will be identifying and developing new business opportunities in the retail space, with additional focus on foodservice and wholesale accounts. This role involves weekly travel and frequent commutes, so candidates should be comfortable navigating multiple work sites and maintaining a consistent presence across locations.
*Must reside in the Northeast, Tri State Area*
Responsibilities:
- Proactively develop new retail, foodservice, and wholesale accounts
- Maintain and grow relationships with current customers
- Deliver in-person product presentations and build strong rapport
- Identify customer needs and offer tailored solutions
- Prepare weekly call reports and sales updates
- Work closely with internal departments to ensure seamless order fulfillment
- Negotiate pricing and programs to drive profitability
- Stay responsive and agile in a time-sensitive environment
- Responsible for growing market share and implementing sales forecasts
- Communicate daily or as needed with management, discussing all issues, successes, and opportunities pertaining to your designated area
- Willingness to travel regionally on a weekly basis as required
- Complete special projects and other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of sales experience in produce or a similar perishable goods industry
- Strong knowledge of the retail, foodservice, and wholesale landscape
- A proven track record of B2B sales success in produce
- Ability to independently manage and grow a territory
- Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
- Critical thinker with strong attention to detail
- Energetic, self-motivated, and ready to hit the ground running
- Existing record of sales relationships and accomplishments in the produce industry.
- Understand and achieve monthly sales goals.
Why Join Us?
At Eli & Ali’s, you’re more than a salesperson—you’re part of a team that values integrity, quality, and long-term relationships. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact at a company with deep roots and ambitious goals, we’d love to meet you.
Our company is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law.
This policy applies with regard to all aspects of one’s employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits and termination.
