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Hormel Foods is seeking an Entry Level Foodservice Sales Representative to join our dynamic team. This position is crucial for driving sales and marketing efforts for our diverse range of food products across commercial and non-commercial foodservice operations. The primary focus will be on building relationships with foodservice distributors, who play a key role in delivering our products to end users such as restaurants, hotels, schools, and hospitals. As a Foodservice Sales Representative, you will be responsible for increasing sales by introducing new products, sharing innovative usage ideas, and providing merchandising strategies to foodservice operators. You will also educate distributor personnel on the benefits of selling Hormel products, ensuring they are well-equipped to promote our offerings effectively. The Foodservice Sales Group operates indirectly, meaning that our products are sold through distributors like SYSCO and US Foods. This role offers the opportunity to engage with a wide array of foodservice operators, supported by marketing tools provided by our department to enhance your sales efforts. Training is a significant component of this role. New Sales Representatives will be assigned to one of our 18 area offices across the United States and will undergo a comprehensive training program lasting between 8 to 12 months. This program includes hands-on experience in the field, learning about Hormel products, competitor offerings, industry dynamics, and effective selling techniques. Additionally, you will participate in seminars at our corporate headquarters in Austin, Minnesota, where you will receive insights from our Foodservice corporate staff on product presentations, selling strategies, and program overviews. Career advancement is a key aspect of this position, with opportunities for relocation and promotions within the first five years. Successful Sales Representatives can progress to roles such as Territory Managers, Account Executives, and even higher positions in Sales Leadership or Marketing. Hormel Foods is committed to promoting from within, rewarding outstanding performance with rapid career growth.
