About this role
District Sales Representative - Paterson, NJ
This position is responsible for customer management and administration activities in the assigned district to ensure our customer service expectations and the Region’s objectives are achieved.
- Establish and maintain effective customer and independent distributor relationships.
- Ensure coordination of sales activities with multiple functions.
- Maintain and develop sales accounts.
- Provide input in the development of sales plans.
- Ensure sales and profit targets are achieved.
- Identify opportunities and corrections by tracking product performance of each route in the district.
- Maintain the warehouse areas to meet regulatory and AIB standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field and 2-5 years in sales management (DSD / Route Sales) experience. Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
- Experience in route sales in the grocery industry is preferred.
- Ability to negotiate effectively and influence others.
- Ability to communicate effectively in oral presentations and in writing.
- Ability to make decisions that effectively impact the business.
- Work requires a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in English and Spanish (preferred).
- Basic knowledge of DSD systems.
- 50% travel by auto/vehicle to customer stores and meetings.
- Work requires the use of computers for email, report generation, and general correspondence.
- Work requires lifting of up to 50 pounds.
- Candidates must live in the geographic area to ensure a reasonable commute and access to customers in the assigned district.
- Candidates must be able to pass a motor vehicle records check, as applicable for the role.
Competitive salary plus 15% Discretionary Bonus, Car Benefit, and a Full Benefit Packet including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Life insurance and AD&D Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, and Flexible Spending Accounts. Additionally, we offer a 401(k) plan with matching. Vacation Pay and 8 Paid Holidays.
Nearest Major Market: New York City
Job Segment:
- Route Sales, Sales Rep, Manager, Sales, Management