Outside Sales Representative - Bakery

BakeMark • CT

117d • $60,000

About The Position

BakeMark has been a leader in the baking industry for over 100 years, recognized for excellence in quality and service. The Sales Representative plays a crucial role in the company's growth across all market channels, responsible for executing sales strategies to maintain and grow market share. This position requires a commitment to customer service and the ability to travel extensively within the assigned territory.

Requirements

• Experience in sales and closing sales.
• Understanding of the sales process and dynamics.
• Commitment to excellent customer service.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Motivated to win business opportunities and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Superb interpersonal skills.
• Experience using computers for various tasks, including competency in Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Valid driver's license and current auto insurance.
• Two years of hands-on bakery experience or two years of prior route sales experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior baking industry experience is highly desirable.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute sales initiatives to promote BakeMark USA’s strategy for achieving and maintaining dominant market share in the baking industry.
• Identify and obtain orders for 100% of the supply needs of customers.
• Travel in local territory approximately 90%-100% of the time, with potential overnight travel.
• Build rapport with customers and suppliers to win business opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned to reach company goals.

Benefits

• Excellent compensation with lucrative commission opportunities and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance.
• 401K with a company match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees