Account Sales Executive (YUMA) (52472)

Peddler's Son•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

At Peddler’s Son, our employees are committed to delivering high-quality food and exceptional service to help feed our community’s tables. We are seeking a motivated and knowledgeable Produce Sales Representative to support and grow our customer base while driving profitable sales. The Produce Sales Representative is responsible for coordinating and managing produce sales activities to ensure customer satisfaction, sales growth, and company profitability. This role serves assigned accounts and supports other company sales accounts as needed, while maintaining strong professional relationships with customers and internal teams.

Requirements

1+ year of experience in food sales
(2+ years of experience as a chef will be considered)
Strong knowledge of produce commodities with the ability to provide consultative support to customers
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and emotional intelligence skills
High attention to detail and accuracy with paperwork and figures
Strong follow-through and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and remain self-motivate

Responsibilities

Daily local travel to customer locations
Maintain a strong working knowledge of produce markets, growing conditions, and seasonal availability
Present profitable programs and solutions to existing and prospective customers
Communicate customer needs and preferences to buyers, operations, and sales support teams
Maintain professional relationships with restaurant owners, retailers, vendors, and internal staff
Organize and assist with special sales initiatives and promotions
Participate in special projects supporting company operations and growth
Manage individual account sales and gross profit performance
Ensure all orders are submitted prior to scheduled cutoff times
Process and submit credit memos and required paperwork within established timelines
Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly account reviews with the Credit Department to ensure accounts remain within terms
Maintain accurate account profiles, including order guides, statements, pricing, and reporting
Verify pricing accuracy on all customer accounts
Attend sales meetings, training sessions, food shows, and conferences as required
Comply with all safety training guidelines and operate within SOPs outlined in the Peddler’s Son Safety Manual