Outside Foodservice Territory Sales

Produce Careers•Portland, OR

14h•$60,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

A longstanding fresh Produce / Perishable Distributor serving the foodservice industry across the greater Portland 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 Portland, Oregon. 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 Portland, Oregon area.

Requirements

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.
Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable working independently in the field.
Reliable transportation and ability to travel throughout the sales territory.

Nice To Haves

Culinary background or hands-on kitchen experience a plus — you should be able to talk about product with confidence.
College degree (B.A. /B.S.) in related fields of study desired, or relevant industry experience.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage a portfolio of foodservice accounts, with an emphasis on restaurant customers.
Focus on sales and business development in Portland, Oregon.
Build relationships and understand specialty produce.
Travel throughout the sales territory.
Work independently in the field.