Outside Sales Representative - PrideStaff

We're partnering with our client in Hayward, CA , who is currently searching for a high-energy, Outside Sales Representative with 1-2 years of sales experience within the food industry! If you are a self-starter and innovative problem solver who takes the initiative to uncover opportunities, this may be an excellent opportunity for you!

Primary functions include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and manage established customers and new customers, by selling company products to achieve sales and profitability goals.
• Communicate and collect accounts receivable as necessary, working with the accounting department and client.
• Develop new business; identify prospective customers by utilizing market intelligence databases, as well as business directories, following leads from existing clients, participating in organizations and clubs, and attending trade shows and conferences.
• Perform customer needs analysis, develop solutions, discuss product offerings, create proposals, and negotiate with customers.
• Identify, qualify, and visit prospects and customers in the assigned area.
• Maintain existing customer accounts and generate new business.
• Keep current on product knowledge and the selling process.
• Produce accurate and timely forecasts as required by management.
• Make in-person visits and presentations to existing and prospective customers.
• React timely to customer problems and needs.
• Participate in Sales meetings.
• Understand and implement sales plans and price adjustments as directed by management.
• Communicate feedback collected on new products and through field activities to appropriate company staff.
• Display willingness to learn about new product lines and actively promote and sell them.

Required/Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

• 1 to 2 years of sales experience in the food industry is required.
• Knowledge of MS Office - intermediate knowledge 
• Class C Driver License required
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and presentation abilities
• Competitive spirit and results-driven mentality
• Problem-solving ability, organizational and negotiation skills

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 Per Year