Field Sales Representative

We are excited to announce that Prime Source Foods is currently seeking a Field Sales Representative for the North Shore, Metro West, Boston, or NH Coastline areas.

With over 60 years of history, Prime Source Foods is the largest independently owned, center-of-the-plate food distributor in New England and eastern New York.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for sales and a drive to succeed. If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your application today.

Ingredients for your Success:

After completing a thorough training program which includes technical training, product training, and in-the-field sales training, you will transition into a role as a Field Sales Representative, which reports to a sales manager.

Our Commitment To You:

Competitive pay and benefits include a generous bonus plan, health & wellness options including dental and vision, 401K with employer match, paid time off, and numerous company perks.

As a Field Sales Representative, you are the principal point of contact between Prime Source Foods and our customers. You ensure current customers have the right products and services, identify new markets and customer leads, and develop prospective customer markets. You are the prime example of the trust, fairness, respect, and honesty we’d like to show to our customers.

Requirements

• Regularly call on and visit existing customers to process orders, address inquiries, and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Identify customer needs and expedite the resolution of concerns to maximize satisfaction.
• Schedule and organize times to introduce potential clients to our products and services.
• Reaching out to new customers leads through cold calling.
• Collaborate with the accounting department to ensure the collection of customer payments smoothly and respectfully.
• Manage prices and monitor credit term compliance.
• Ensure excellent customer onboarding practices.
• Identify and minimize any potential disruption to customer deliveries.
• Achieve agreed-upon growth and gross profit targets within schedule.
• Perform cost-benefit and needs analysis of existing/potential customers to meet their needs.
• Maintain detailed reports of sales activities including calls, orders, sales, lost business, and any customer problems.
• Keep abreast of relevant food safety practices.

Required Qualifications:

• Valid Drivers License with auto insurance coverage
• High School Diploma or GED or Equivalent
• Strong Knowledge of Proteins (Beef, Pork, Chicken, Seafood)
• Foodservice Sales background

Preferred Qualifications/Skills:

• Must reside in areas that allow reasonable travel distances to the North Shore, Metro West, Boston, or NH Coastline
• 1–2 years of food industry experience.
• Technologically competent; familiar with MS Office, remote internet connectivity, and ERP software.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills to build and maintain strong relationships.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in order processing and documentation.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities to address customer needs effectively.
• Proven ability to develop and execute new business prospecting plans.
• Skilled negotiator with a track record of closing sales successfully.

Apply now and be a part of a company that is committed to delivering exceptional service above all else. For more information about who we are and what we do, visit primesourcefoods.biz

We look forward to hearing from you!