Outside Foodservice Territory Sales

Description: 

• A longstanding fresh Produce / Perishable Distributor serving the foodservice industry across the greater Seattle area is in growth mode.
• This role will develop and manage a portfolio of foodservice accounts, with an emphasis on restaurant customers.
• This role will focus on sales and business development in Kent, WA and the area of Seattle west of I - 5.
• The target profile is someone who thrives on relationships, knows how to walk into a kitchen and speak the language, and understands that in specialty produce, trust is everything.
• This opportunity offers a solid base salary and includes full benefits, (health insurance, 401K, etc.) as well as additional exciting performance incentives tied to sales performance.
• This is a field-based role with frequent travel throughout the territory. Our client envisions a remote/hybrid role, with potentially one to two days per week in their greater Seattle, WA area.

Required Experience & Qualifications Include

• Minimum of 2 years of fresh produce (preferred) or perishable food sales experience. Foodservice sales background is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of the Seattle foodservice landscape.
• Culinary background or hands-on kitchen experience a plus — you should be able to talk about product with confidence.
• Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable working independently in the field.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel throughout the sales territory.
• College degree (B.A. /B.S.) in related fields of study desired, or relevant industry experience.

First year earnings the company may reasonably expect to pay for this role is $60,000 to $100,000. The actual salary for this role will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s skills and experience. The base salary range does not include other compensation elements, (commission, bonuses, etc.) which will compose the total compensation package, or other benefits available to the position.

Please contact Rich Lentz, [email protected]