Duties & Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement route plan (Who to see, where to go, when and how often) to achieve territory sales and profit targets.
• Identify, open, and develop new end user client relationships.
• Drive sales in our leading brands portfolio with emphasis on driving volume and profit through end customer visits and demos. This is not a desk job, but computer skills are a must.
• Support, setup, and attend trade shows as required.
• Work with Marketing and Customer Service Team to maintain pricing, discounts, programs and trade deals.
• Track and prepare Sales contracts and respond to RFPs.
• Use Salesforce to document sales activity and create the sales funnel for opportunities
• Maintain safeguards of confidential company information
• Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward customers at all times.
• Any other such duties as may be determined by your reporting Manager.

Position Requirements:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Committed to professional and client service excellence.
• Demonstrates strong people skills with a friendly customer-oriented approach.
• Ability to recognize and react to changing work demands.
• Proven ability to develop and implement strategies to drive sales.
• Demonstrates leadership and people management skills including the ability to effectively coach and mentor employees at all levels.
• Knowledge of industry trends and best practices.

• Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:
• Preferably a certified and trained Chef with a minimum of 5 years industry experience.
• Has a strong passion for helping people and forging relationships.
• Able to prioritize and follow up.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Proficient user of MS Office 365 (Word, Excel, & Outlook)
• Valid driver's license, passport, and ability to travel to factories in the USA as required.