Outside Sales Representative

Position Summary: The Sales Representative reports to the Department Manager. The purpose of this role is to develop new accounts, maintain, promote and sell food products to independent supermarkets while also managing all elements of front end customer service, while resolving issues and cultivating business relationships. The job involves on the road sales consisting of travelling and visiting customers on a daily basis East of the GTA. Responsibilities: • Meet and greet new and existing customers and take orders • Provide accurate information (product features, pricing and after-sales service) • Understand customers’ needs and address issues in a timely manner • Cross-sell products and deliver presentations to promote new products and special deals • Negotiate with customers on contract terms, sales and prices • Collect AR payments from customers as needed • Advise customers about delivery schedules and after-sales service • Keep up contact with existing customers in person and by phone/ E-mails • Monitor the competition and the products/price offered in the market • Achieve sales targets and meet company expectations • Report sales trends and market activities to management • Service, maintain and grow our customer base Requirements/ Must-Haves: • This is a Junior Sales Position: some sales experience in the grocery business dealing with customers is preferred • Use of a reliable vehicle with full driver’s license is required • Proficiency in English, written and spoken is a must • Excellent sales and negotiation skills • Excellent communication and ‘people skills’ • Confidence and motivation to drive the business • Possess the determination and drive to work towards targets • Ability to work well independently as well as part of a team • Good organizational and time management skills • Good attention to detail • Basic Microsoft Office skills (Outlook on iPad) • Ability to lift/carry cases of product up to 20kg Compensation & Benefits: • Competitive pay • Group benefits (Health, Dental and Vision) • Paid Vacation, Paid Statutory Holiday, etc • Car and gas allowance • Career advancement opportunities • Friendly and helpful team!