Regional BC Sales Representative

Fresh Start Foods

$80K — $100K *
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of proven sales leadership in the food and beverage or food service industry.
  • Post-secondary diploma or degree in a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
  • Strong presentation skills that can effectively engage and captivate an audience.
  • Experience in marketing leadership with a focus on market analysis and promotions.
  • Ability to travel within BC, up to 20% of the year.
  • Thorough knowledge of current sales and business development practices.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Responsibilities

  • Develop a strategic sales plan to grow current business and acquire new clients.
  • Analyze sales trends to identify growth opportunities and forecast demand.
  • Provide support and collaborate with the Gordon Food Service Produce team.
  • Work cross-departmentally with Product Development and Operations teams.
  • Maintain high levels of client satisfaction and manage ongoing relationships.
  • Act as a representative for Fresh Start Foods in all dealings.
  • Enforce company climate goals while maintaining professionalism with clients.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits, including vision and prescription coverage.
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) matching program.
  • Annual profit sharing bonus.
  • Weekly paychecks.
  • Employee Family Assistance Program.
  • Career advancement opportunities available.
  • Employee recognition programs to celebrate achievements.
  • Company-sponsored events such as family picnics and staff celebrations.
  • Training opportunities for professional growth.
  • Annual safety boot allowance program.
Full Job Description
Neptune Fresh Produce Inc.

We are currently seeking a Full-Time Regional BC Sales Representative to join our team based out of our Richmond, BC location. The Regional BC Sales Representative will manage and grow all our sales and marketing efforts within the Gordon Food Service broadline business as well as engage directly with Gordon Food Service customers.

Position: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: From $80,000-100,000 per year, plus bonus & car allowance

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Strategic thinking, relentless attitude and commitment to sales activity - the successful candidate will maintain current relationships as well as develop a strategic plan to seek out new business that would complement the division's sales team.
  • Identify opportunities for total category growth through analysis and sales insights.
  • Provide support to the Gordon Food Service Produce team.
  • Source & analyze sales trends to provide a demand plan (forecast) that will effectively reduce shorts and improve overall service levels.
  • Collaboratively work with internal departments, in particular with Product Development & Operations.
  • Respectfully represents the best interests of Fresh Start Foods in all internal and external dealings.
  • Exhibit professionalism with clients and enforce the Climate Goals.
  • Maintain contact with all clients in the market area to ensure high levels of client satisfaction.
  • Manage the financial performance of customers to meet the needs of Fresh Start Foods.


Required Skills and Qualifications:
  • Proven Sales Leadership - Demonstrate passion in your message, impeccable follow up skills and textbook accurate sales processes.
  • Sales experience from food and beverage/food service industry is strong asset.
  • Captivate your audience with your outstanding presentation style.
  • Post-secondary diploma or degree in a related discipline preferred, or other job related or equivalent business experience.
  • Demonstrated a portfolio of Marketing Leadership, including market analysis with strategic outcomes, promotions with proven ROI, pricing management that provides the best sales/profit ratio and creativity that is unique and groundbreaking.
  • Able & willing to travel (within BC up to 20% of year).
  • Thorough knowledge and ongoing awareness of current sales and business development concepts and practices.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word).
  • Effective communication in an open and direct manner; conveys information clearly and concisely, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • A valid driver's license, vehicle and ability to travel as required.


Fresh Start Foods offers a range of benefits, including:
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits (including vision, prescription drugs, disability, and extended health coverage)
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) Matching Program
  • Annual Profit Sharing Bonus
  • Weekly paychecks
  • Employee Family Assistance Program
  • Opportunities for career advancement
  • Employee Recognition Programs
  • Company-sponsored events (Family Picnic, Staff Celebration, BBQs)
  • Training opportunities
  • Annual Safety Boot Allowance Program
  • Full-time hours
  • A team-oriented work environment


We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted.

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