Outside Sales Representative - Bakery

Bakemark•Shakopee, MN

2d•$60,000•Onsite

About The Position

Our Sales Representatives are the backbone of the company’s growth in all market channels. As such, it is the responsibility of the Sales Representative to grow sales of the company’s products and services utilizing the approach, strategies and tactics prescribed by the Company. The Sales Representative is responsible for the sales execution of the company initiatives to promote BakeMark USA’s strategy of achieving and maintaining the dominant market share position in the baking industry by taking steps necessary to identify and obtain orders for 100% of the supply needs of customers.

Requirements

Experience in sales and closing of sales.
Understanding of the sales process and dynamics.
Commitment to excellent customer service.
Solid written and verbal communication skills.
Motivated to win business opportunities.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Superb interpersonal skills, including the ability to quickly build rapport with both customers and suppliers.
Experience using computers for a variety of tasks.
Competency in Microsoft applications including Outlook.
Must have, and maintain, a valid driver's license.
Must maintain current auto insurance.

Nice To Haves

Overnight travel may be required.
Competency in Word, Excel and Internet preferred.
Two years of hands-on bakery experience a plus.
Two years of prior route sales experience a plus, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Prior Baking Industry experience highly desirable.