Sales Account Representative/Executive

Upper Lakes Foods•Duluth, MN

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join Upper Lakes Foods, as a Full Time Sales Account Representative/Executive and step into a world of flexibility and excitement! Imagine a role where you can work outside of the office while building meaningful relationships with our customers. Your knack for problem-solving and customer-centricity will be celebrated here, making each day a new challenge that you can tackle with innovative solutions. Starting pay is $55,000 per year, with additional compensation based on experience. This position allows you to thrive in a fun and professional environment situated in the Duluth, MN area. Your enthusiasm for hospitality or supply chain management will be greatly valued as you contribute to our high-performance team. You will receive great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, and Competitive Salary. This is your opportunity to make a difference in the food manufacturing industry while enjoying the work-life balance you’ve always wanted! Upper Lakes Foods: What drives us Upper Lakes Foods is the largest independent, wholesale food distributor in Minnesota. The company has three facilities located in Cloquet, MN, Northfield, MN and Janesville, WI. We distribute food throughout the Upper Midwest. Upper Lakes Foods specializes in serving foodservice operators such as independent restaurants, assisted living facilities, schools, and national and regional foodservice chain accounts with a strong focus on customer service. Simply put, the mission is to build value for each customer, employee, supplier and community we serve by bringing the best; the best products, best people and best ideas.

Requirements

A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
Gain Serve Safe certification within your first 90 days
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook
Ability to operate basic office equipment
Flexibility and fairness under pressure
Great organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Talent for selling based on value
Keen problem-solving aptitude

Nice To Haves

Enthusiasm for hospitality or supply chain management

Responsibilities

Conducting outbound sales through scheduled calls and cold outreach
Engaging in on-site visits to present tailored product solutions that emphasize value
Supporting customers with product demonstrations, menu planning, and training
Actively participating in community events and food shows
Reviewing sales reports
Coordinating with logistics to manage delivery schedules
Engaging in training
Collaborating with supplier partners to identify growth opportunities
Maintaining effective relationships across the department and community