Sales Representative (Full Time) - Dayton, OH

Perry's Ice Cream

32d•$41,000

About The Position

As a core member of our sales team, you will be expected to: Build relationships with personnel at various types of accounts, including convenient stores, supermarkets, drug stores, and independent markets in designated territory Further the Perry's Ice Cream brand by promoting and introducing new products and merchandising inventory throughout designated territory As your employer, Perry’s will help you to achieve all of the above goals through feedback, education, and continuous professional development.

Requirements

Retail / frozen food sales, merchandising, and execution experience
Familiarity with the supermarket, convenience store, and drug store channels
Ability to build quality relationships with customers and other team members
2 year business degree preferred or equivalent experience
Physical ability to consistently and repetitively lift & carry up to 30 pounds, bend, and twist while merchandising products, and ability to push & pull a store dolly loaded with up to approximately 100 – 500 pounds of product. Additionally, be able to work in a cold environment, such as a walk in freezer with a temperature of -10º to -20ºF
Basic computer skills to include email and handheld scanner
Accountability to exercise safe behavior
Flexibility to work irregular schedule
Good communication skills (written and verbal)
Passion for customer service and representing yourself and Perry’s with the highest quality
High integrity and commitment to teamwork
Must have a valid driver’s license with clean driving record, reliable vehicle & proof of insurance in accordance with our auto reimbursement policy.

Responsibilities

Building solid relationships with personnel at various types of accounts such as: convenience stores; drug stores; supermarkets; and independent grocery stores in and around the Dayton area.
Working independently using your personal vehicle to drive from account to account.
Further the presence of Perry’s Ice Cream by introducing new products and merchandising current inventory to maximize attractiveness to the customer.
Forecasting product sales, and placing accurate orders for each account, to manage inventory at all times.
Using a handheld computer in addition to completing various other paperwork.
Work in store freezers to stock shelves & organize back stock
Work with a team to ensure outstanding execution with at each account you manage by proactively communicating with both internal and external customers.