Sales Account Representative

Sales Account Representative
Bedford Park,Illinois Direct Hire
SALES ACCOUNT REPRESENTATIVE PROTEINS
* Entrepreneurial meats distribution organization selling to grocery chains and specialty markets throughout the Midwest
* A proven track record of 28 years success in providing the best customer service and high-end products
* Recently purchased and the organization is on the vision and path to double the size of the company in the next 5 years
* They are looking to hire intelligent, proactive sales professionals excited about a culture of unlimited growth potential
* People with a track record of innovation and achievement, succeed and thrive in the environment.
* This role will enjoy upward mobility, a chance to grow as the organization develops and expands.
* MUST HAVE PROTEIN OR PERISHABLE SALES EXPERIENCE
BENEFITS:
* Medical, dental, vision and 401K start immediately
* Unlimited growth potential
* Entrepreneurial environment with the opportunity to have unlimited earning potential
* Salary is 90K 130K + commission (no cap). Average Sales Account Managers earn 250K per year
* Extensive onboarding and training process
* Work-life balance
* Flexible hours
* Good vacation package
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Manage and grow existing customer accounts across large and small grocery chains
* Prospecting for new customers via phone and interactively though tip groups, networking, cross-selling, referrals, and canvassing for new potential customers.
* Presenting various protein products to potential customers through in-person presentations and electronic communications
* Continually building product knowledge and refining sales techniques
* Deliver next-level customer service with the help of our sales support team.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* BS/BA is preferred in Business or an equivalent of 5+ years of sales experience with protein or produce
* Understanding of the protein industry is strongly preferred
* Entrepreneurial, go-getter, self-directed, eager to grow new customers
* Experience with NBOs
* Excellent communication skills over the phone and in person
* Bi-lingual English / Spanish is preferred