Territory Food Sales Rep - Sioux Falls

PFG | Performance Good Group

7d • $65,000 - $75,000

About The Position

This position serves the Sioux Falls, South Dakota area through face-to-face customer service and food sales across a variety of industries. The representative develops independent account business and focuses on overall profitability through new sales and account penetration. The role promotes and sells company-branded products, works toward brand sales objectives, and may support customer service for regional or national chain customers to increase the company’s visibility and market share. The representative works as a team member within the department and organization and performs other duties as assigned.

During training, the offered salary is $65,000–$75,000 based on experience. After training, representatives earn commissions plus a subsidy until their territory reaches 100% commission. Top performers can earn well over $100,000 annually.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• 6–12 months of sales/marketing and/or restaurant experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Based in the Sioux Falls, South Dakota area.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in business management, sales/marketing, or a related area.
• 1–2 years of foodservice sales/marketing and/or restaurant experience.
• Bilingual in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Analyze the sales territory and individual customers to generate additional business; sample products with existing and potential customers; plan sales strategy, time and territory management, and customer-specific approaches; and conduct sales presentations.
• Grow sales and profit margins on an ongoing basis to meet established goals.
• Set up new customer accounts, including determining pricing and coordinating initial credit authorization, order-taking, and delivery arrangements with relevant personnel; follow up to ensure delivery and product satisfaction.
• Provide exemplary customer service and coordinate with center personnel to prevent and resolve customer problems; make deliveries in emergency situations when necessary.
• Grow business with current customers through product penetration to maximize account profitability.
• Monitor accounts for compliance with credit terms and follow up on accounts receivable problems.
• Monitor pricing trends in the sales territory, particularly for market-driven and commodity products, to maintain competitive pricing.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Day 1 health and wellness benefits.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• 401(k) employer matching.
• Education assistance.
• Paid time off.
• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Growth opportunities.
• Safe and inclusive working environment with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED