Pei Wei Asian Kitchen is Hiring a Corporate Catering Sales Specialist Near Minneapolis, MN
Job Description Essential Functions of the Job and Key Responsibilities:
Support in daily Catering and Delivery operations through sales activities and communications
Assist team in direct selling efforts for both Leeann Chin and Pick Up Stix through outreach
Assist the Director and Assistant Director to ensure team is meeting all sales requirements on a daily, weekly and monthly basis
Participate in weekly 1:1 reviews with Director to build more effective communication, to understand training and development needs, and to provide insight for the improvement of supporting client account management, opportunity creation and activity performance for each brand
Utilize Outlook Calendar and CRM platform as well as other online resources to maximize organization, strategic planning and follow up to assist in efforts meet and exceed catering sales metrics for both Leeann Chin and Pick Up Stix
Assist in communication with the Leeann Chin and Pick Up Stix Delivery Team to ensure effective delivery operations
Collaborate with Director and Assistant Director to establish strong operational relationships with each brand
Participate in projects and provides additional support, as assigned by leadership
Engage with clients and accounts for both brands to close as much business opportunity as possible
Create contracts and proposals for business opportunities and establish a strategy for follow up and closing the business
Attend and participate in team meetings, both virtual and in-person
Assist in sales reporting activities as requested by the Director and brand executives
Perform other job functions as assigned by the Director
Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:
Minimum 2 years of current sales experience
Strong Customer Service skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
High-level of cold calling and closing business
Detail-oriented and organized individual with strong analytical skills
Ability to work in a fast paced environment and effectively meet deadlines
Results-oriented individual
Superior Microsoft experience. Ability to quickly learn new programs.
Successful in building relationships
Strong time management skills and follows through on commitments
Works well under pressure and able to meet timelines
Able to take direction
Represents themselves with the highest level of integrity and professionalism
What we offer:
This is a Full-time, Non-Exempt/Hourly, benefit eligible position.
Hourly pay range of $18-22 per hour, based on experience.
This position will have a schedule of an estimated 30 hours per week
Business hours are Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm
Benefit offerings include Paid Time Off (PTO), Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, and 401(k) with company match
Requirements Are you ready for a great career with an iconic Minnesota-based company? Reach your full potential with LEEANN CHIN! We want to invest in YOU so YOU can grow and succeed with US! Leeann Chin has been a Minnesota staple for over 40 years! We have been voted the "Best Chinese Food" and the "Best Takeout Food" in the Twin Cities. We have won numerous local and national awards and are actively involved in all of the communities we serve. We are currently seeking a full time Corporate Catering Sales Specialist for our Leeann Chin and Pick-up-Stix brands to help support our team! The Corporate Catering Sales Specialist will report to the Director of Corporate Catering Sales for Leeann Chin and Pick Up Stix. This role will assist in the support of both the Leeann Chin and Pick Up Stix brands in efforts to grow the catering business. The individual in this role will assist in the overall success of the catering line of each business and provide quality products and services to exceed our catering guest expectations!