Sales Consultant - Hudson Valley and Westchester - New York
Job Overview
Employment Type
Consulting
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $70,000.00 - $80,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401k retirement savings program
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
Employee Discount Program
Job Description
D'Artagnan, a part of Fortune Fish & Gourmet, stands as the country's leading processor, distributor, and importer of premium seafood, meats, and gourmet products. Established in 1985 and headquartered in Union, New Jersey, D'Artagnan has built a solid reputation for specializing in sustainably raised meats, poultry, game, charcuterie, truffles, and mushrooms. The company is dedicated to natural, sustainable, and humane production principles. It collaborates with farmers and ranchers who share these ethical values, emphasizing free-range, preservative-free, and organic products. With over $170 million in revenue and a dedicated team of 260 employees, D'Artagnan operates across three distinct business lines: Food... Show More
Job Requirements
- 2+ years of outside sales experience in perishable food products
- seafood experience highly preferred
- 2-5 years professional sales in the foodservice industry or 5-7 years in chef/restaurant management
- degree in business, sales, marketing, hospitality, culinary arts preferred or 3+ years of relevant industry experience
- advanced English verbal communication skills
- ability to quickly learn company products, systems, and operations
- proficiency in MS Office, presentation software, social media platforms
- highly motivated, personable, capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment
- open to change and quick to adopt new technologies and processes
- self-starter with history of success in managing time and priorities effectively
- detail-oriented, enthusiastic, and resourceful while maintaining professionalism
Job Qualifications
- degree in business, sales, marketing, hospitality, culinary arts preferred or 3+ years relevant industry experience
- 2+ years outside sales experience in perishable food products, seafood experience highly preferred
- 2-5 years professional sales in foodservice industry or 5-7 years in chef/restaurant management
- advanced English verbal communication skills
- ability to quickly learn company products, systems, and operations
- proficiency in MS Office, presentation software, social media platforms
- highly motivated, personable, detail-oriented, enthusiastic, and resourceful with professionalism
Job Duties
- cultivate new business opportunities through networking, consultative sales approaches, and understanding customer needs
- manage and expand existing accounts by building trust and providing customized product solutions
- collaborate with chefs, restaurant owners, and stakeholders to exceed their expectations
- represent and promote premium seafood, humanely raised meats, poultry, game, and gourmet products
- stay abreast of industry trends, customer preferences, and market dynamics
- partner with product, category, purchasing, and operations teams to align inventory with demand and ensure timely deliveries
- coordinate with accounting to establish credit terms and ensure accurate documentation
- develop and execute strategic sales plans to meet and exceed performance targets
- organize daily activities to ensure follow-ups, delivery coordination, and issue resolution
- prepare proposals, maintain sales records, and report progress
- utilize customer management systems, social media, and trade directories for prospecting
- act as a trusted consultant to address client inquiries and resolve issues
- conduct follow-ups to ensure customer satisfaction
- work with senior staff and director to develop competitive pricing strategies
- contribute to a team culture fostering innovation and shared success
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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