Sales Representative: Bilingual (Quad Cities)

KUNA MEAT CO GROUP•, IA

2d•$55,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated and results-oriented Sales Representative to join our team in the Quad Cities (IL/IA) area. This role involves developing and delivering sales presentations, prospecting for new clients, conducting business reviews, and promoting our Kuna-branded products and tailored solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong customer orientation, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to influence and negotiate effectively. You will be responsible for analyzing market trends, collaborating with internal teams, and ensuring customer satisfaction through timely and accurate information regarding order status and product availability. This position requires travel to customer locations using a personal vehicle.

Requirements

Ability to work independently.
Ability to work in an office team environment.
Ability to follow complex oral and written instructions.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers and the general public.
Ability to meet with customers and prospective customers at their place of business.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and exercise effective time management.
Strong customer orientation.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to influence and negotiate with internal and external customers.
Ability to deliver a value proposition and ask for business.
Attention to detail.
Basic math skills.
Computer proficiency with Microsoft Suite.
High School Diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Restaurant or Food service Product Knowledge preferred.
Previous Sales; Business Development and/or Account Management Experience preferably in a distribution operation.

Responsibilities

Prepare quotes and respond to RFPs for potential customers.
Develop and deliver sales presentations in a professional and effective manner.
Prospect and set appointments with prospects.
Conduct business reviews with customers.
Provide timely feedback and advice to the Company regarding service failures or customer concerns.
Provide timely and accurate information to customers regarding order status and product availability.
Conduct regular client visits to strengthen partnerships and uncover new sales opportunities.
Promote and educate customers on Kuna-branded products and tailored solutions.
Analyze market trends and customer feedback to identify areas for growth.
Collaborate cross-functionally with purchasing, customer service, and operations teams.
Answer customers' questions about products, prices, availability, and product uses.
Provide product information and practical training to customer personnel.
Drive personal vehicle to customer accounts, conventions, company meetings, etc.
Meet requirements of the Vehicle Safety Program.