Sales Representative--Apples

Gee Whiz, part of the Auvil Fruit family of companies, is a premium grower and producer of Washington apples and cherries sold under the highly regarded Gee Whiz brand.

We are seeking a full-time, motivated Sales Representative to join our growing company.

This position reports to the Director of Sales and Marketing and executes a high degree of communication and coordination with various stakeholders in and out of the organization. The ideal candidate has previous apple sales experience, is results-driven, and has a solid work ethic.

At Auvil, we are a family, invested in each other, dedicated to growing the best tasting fruit. Join us…Where Passion Meets Flavor!

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Support the development of retail business accounts
2. Help company meet its sales and profitability objectives
3. Coordinate between various internal and external stakeholders regarding inbound and outbound product shipments
4. Communicate accurate and timely information to sales team
5. Coordinate with staff on packing needs, daily orders, priorities, etc.
6. Anticipate business trends, stay on top of markets, use available information to make better informed business decisions

Competencies

• Strong Computer software proficiencies in Microsoft Office Suite and other computer programs (Word, Outlook, Power Point, Excel, AS400) 
• Experience creating and giving sales presentations 
• Strong Customer/Client focus 
• Excellent documentation skills
• Ability to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language
• Outgoing, aggressive self-starter, motivated and organized
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Enthusiastic and willing to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

Education & Experience

1. 3+ years of sales experience 
2. Experience selling Northwest apples and cherries preferred
3. Customer portfolio, preferably with retail and food service accounts
4. Extensive knowledge of varieties, grades, sizing and packaging
5. Capable of profiling customers and generating leads

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Valid WA State Driver License
• Current motor vehicle insurance and access to a reliable vehicle

We Offer

• Starting pay $85K-$100K DOE
• Medical and Dental Benefits
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
• Casual work environment
• Team meals and seasonal celebrations