Outside Sales Representative Food Distributor

Market in the Altoona, Philipsburg, State College, Lewistown, & Lock Haven regions

Our Client, a food distributor of fresh meats, grocery, hot foods, and deli serving both retail & foodservice markets, is seeking an experienced, professional, & motivated Outside Sales Representative to join their team.

The qualified Outside Sales Representative will have current and / or previous experience:

Managing a geographical sales territory ensuring budget and profit objectives are achieved.

Regularly calling on existing retail grocery, butcher shops and foodservice accounts based on customer needs while prospecting daily potential new customers.

Developing and executing account business plans.

Effectively managing their time and resources to attain results.

Managing pricing and monitoring credit term compliance.

Qualifications:

Previous Outside Sales Experience is required preferably retail grocery or foodservice.

Goal-oriented and a driven self-starter who can work independently and within a team environment.

Professional and proficient oral and written communication and computer skills.

Ability to problem solve quickly and creatively.

Valid drivers license and clean driving record.

A High School Diploma/GED is required, a Bachelor's degree or retail grocery meat experience is preferred

Compensation / Benefits Overview:

Compensation is 100% commission after training period. (Average Salary for this sales market $65K- $75K). Earnings are uncapped

Base, bi-weekly Salary provided during training period (typically 6 to 9 months)

Monthly car allowance ($750), plus a gas card

Home Office computer and supplies plus cell phone are provided

Sales Support and Resources /Inside Sales Partner assigned to each territory

Health, Vision & Dental insurance coverage

Holiday Pay and Paid time off earned

Generous 401(k) matching program

Company paid life and short/long term disability insurance