Experienced Sales Representative - Foodservice Distribution - Washington DC & Montgomery County - Driving Growth and Exceptional Customer Service
Join the Team at Saval Foods LLC: Where Excellence Meets Opportunity Be a part of something bigger. We're looking for a Sales Representative to join our dynamic team in Washington DC and Montgomery County! As a core member of our sales team, you'll play a vital role in driving business growth, fostering customer relationships, and delivering exceptional service to our clients. At Saval Foods LLC, we're committed to providing a supportive and collaborative work environment that empowers our employees to succeed. About Us: A Legacy of Excellence For over 91 years, Saval Foods LLC has been a leading independent foodservice distributor, proudly serving the independent restaurant and hospitality community. As the largest independent foodservice distributor in our market and the 44th largest in the country, we've established a reputation for exceptional service, experienced management, and a commitment to our customers and employees. Our family-owned business values agility, responsiveness, and a passion for delivering outstanding results. About the Role: Driving Sales Growth and Customer Satisfaction As a Sales Representative at Saval Foods LLC, you'll be responsible for maintaining and expanding our customer base, identifying new business opportunities, and providing exceptional service to our clients. You'll work closely with our team-based selling model, sharing market and product knowledge with customers, and leveraging resources to penetrate current accounts and grow sales. Key Responsibilities: Customer Relationship Management: Maintain and develop strong relationships with current customers in a team-based selling model, ensuring exceptional service and support. New Business Development: Identify prospective customers that fit our model of supporting the independent restaurant and hospitality community, and develop strategies to win new business. Market and Product Knowledge: Share market and product knowledge with customers, and stay up-to-date on industry trends and competitor activity. Sales Growth: Leverage resources to assist with penetrating current accounts, and utilize brokers and other resources provided by the company for samplings and product cuttings to help grow sales. Accounts Receivable: Communicate and collect accounts receivable as needed, and work closely with the credit department to collect all balances due. Competitive Analysis: Learn how to sell against competitor items, and share that information with prospects and customers. Qualifications: What We're Looking For We're seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Sales Representative with a passion for delivering exceptional customer service and driving sales growth. To succeed in this role, you'll need: Essential Qualifications: B2B Sales Experience: A background in B2B sales or culinary/restaurant management is preferred. Excellent Communication Skills: Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to think and react quickly. Problem-Solving and Negotiation Skills: Proven problem-solving and negotiation skills, with a "think outside the box" mentality. Active Driver's License: A valid driver's license is required for this role. High School Diploma or Equivalent: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Preferred Qualifications: Foodservice Industry Experience: Experience in the foodservice industry is highly valued. Sales and Marketing Skills: Strong sales and marketing skills, with the ability to develop and execute effective sales strategies. Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits At Saval Foods LLC, we're committed to providing our employees with opportunities for growth and development. As a Sales Representative, you'll have access to: Comprehensive Training Program: A comprehensive training program to help you develop your sales and marketing skills. Career Advancement Opportunities: Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth. Competitive Compensation Package: A competitive compensation package, including a base salary, commissions, bonuses, and additional cash opportunities. Work Environment and Company Culture At Saval Foods LLC, we pride ourselves on our collaborative and supportive work environment. Our company culture is built on: Teamwork: We believe in the power of teamwork and collaboration. Integrity: We're committed to acting with integrity and transparency in all our interactions. Customer Focus: We're dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our customers. Compensation and Benefits We offer a competitive compensation package, including: Base Salary: A base salary of $60,000 per year to start, commensurate with experience. Commissions and Bonuses: Commissions, bonuses, and additional cash opportunities. Benefits Package: A comprehensive benefits package, including [insert benefits]. Why Join Our Team? If you're a motivated and results-driven sales professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. At Saval Foods LLC, we offer: Opportunities for Growth: Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth. Competitive Compensation: A competitive compensation package. Supportive Work Environment: A supportive and collaborative work environment. How to Apply If you're passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and driving sales growth, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application today, and join our team at Saval Foods LLC! Apply for this job