What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Representative position at I.Rice & Company?
An independent, family-owned business in Philadelphia, I. Rice & Co. has been making quality food products and flavors since 1884. With considerable growth and expansion, we are looking for qualified employees to help in a variety of positions. As a food manufacturing plant, I. Rice & Co. offers a diverse range of employment opportunities, from production coordination to warehouse stocking and inventory organization. With a passionate community, competitive pay, and generous bonus incentives, I. Rice offers ample opportunity for personal and professional growth.
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
We are seeking a self-motivated Sales Representative to join our team and drive sales within the ice cream and bakery industries. This position supports the sales team working with customers in Philadelphia, New Jersey and the surrounding areas. This role involves developing and maintaining relationships with clients, identifying new business opportunities, and promoting products to shops and distributors in the area. The ideal candidate has a strong background in sales, excellent communication skills, and a passion for the food industry. This candidate must be able to communicate effectively with customers, prospects, and team members and engage in new opportunities each day.
- Call on new and existing customers to promote I. Rice products
- Address customer inquiries, resolve issues, and provide product recommendations based on clients’ needs.
- Attend regional showcases and national tradeshows to promote products
- Coordinate sending samples to customers upon request
- Provide detailed weekly activity reports
- Communicate with the Marketing and R&D team to ensure product availability
- Engage with the company’s social media
Skills, Expectations and Education/Training
- Proven experience in sales, preferably within the food industry
- Ability to build and maintain long-term customer relationships
- Strong negotiation and communication skills required
- Strong attention to detail
- Must be a self-starter and self-motivated
- College degree preferred, but not required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as needed
- Weekly pay with the potential to earn commission
- Health insurance
- Various supplemental insurance policies available after 90-day introductory period
- Paid time off and holidays
- Life insurance available after completion of 90-day introductory period
- 401-K retirement plan available after one year of employment
