Territory Sales at Walln Foodservice Resources

At Wallin Foodservice Resources, we’ve equipped Southern Hospitality since 1948. Serving Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas, and West Tennessee, we pride ourselves in being a knowledgeable, trusted resource for foodservice operators of all types—from Restaurants, Schools, Universities, Healthcare Facilities, Convention Centers, Arenas, Hotels, Caterers, Business and Industry clients, and more. Relationships are the cornerstone of our business.

From commercial-grade tableware to ovens to refrigerated warehouses, and everything in-between, we help our customers tackle challenges, improve efficiency, and support food safety with dependable solutions from leading foodservice equipment and supply brands. 
We are looking for an outside sales representative to help us grow and continue to cultivate relationships, existing and new, across the great state of Louisiana. This role will help us achieve our sales goals as we evolve our business to meet the rapidly-changing needs of our valued customers. 

This role is based in our New Orleans, Louisiana, office. We are looking for a “people person” who enjoys being face-to-face yet is equally comfortable and proficient with digital communications such as social media and video conferencing.

Job Responsibilities

• Travel to meet with foodservice end users, distribution partners, and kitchen design consultants in assigned territory to discuss business challenges, present new products and programs, and provide culinary support as needed. 
• Keep in regular contact with large customers.
• Prospect for new customers. 
• Perform daily sales tasks to support sales goals and reporting requirements.
• Occasionally travel out-of-state to participate in training events and trade shows.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, culinary degree, or equivalent outside sales experience
• At least three (3) years of food service sales, operations, and/or culinary experience preferred
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and social media
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts for sales, commissions, discounts, and volume 
• Valid driver’s license with no more than 3 moving violations within last 3 years; no DUIs within the last 5 years
• Must reside in greater New Orleans area

We offer a competitive employee benefits package:

• 401K with Matching Contribution
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• Short and Long Term Disability

 

Wallin Foodservice Resources is an equal opportunity employer. We are a privately-owned business with a long-standing tradition of supporting, respecting, and celebrating the diverse communities in which we live and work. We are committed to making our team a reflection of our community with ideas, skills, and backgrounds of all kinds.

Employment Type: Full Time
Years Experience: 3 - 5 years
Salary: $55,000 - $80,000 Annual
Bonus/Commission: No