Salesperson - Food Service - Southern Oregon

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $65,000.00 - $85,000.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
PTO
401(k)

Job Description

United Salad Co. is a prominent and well-established distributor of fresh produce, grocery, and foodservice products serving the Pacific Northwest. With over 80 years of family-owned business experience, United Salad Co. operates a state-of-the-art distribution network that sources high-quality products from local farmers as well as global growers. The company proudly supplies a broad customer base including national and independent grocers, restaurants, schools, and various institutions that rely on their dependable supply chain to deliver fresh and nutritious produce. Renowned for its commitment to quality and customer service, United Salad Co. has grown into one of the area’s largest fresh produce distributors, supporting sustainable farming and fostering strong community connections throughout the region.

The company is currently seeking a highly motivated Sales Representative for its Southern Oregon territory covering cities such as Medford, Ashland, Klamath Falls, and Grants Pass. This is a full-time, day-shift position offering a competitive salary ranging from $65,000 to $85,000 annually, depending on experience. The Sales Representative role is critical to driving sales growth by developing and maintaining strong relationships with both new and existing clients. The successful candidate will actively manage a territory by cold calling prospective customers, expanding account penetration, and introducing new produce and grocery items. The role requires a strategic outlook for building targeted sales plans, analyzing sales data to maximize profitability, and resolving any customer service issues promptly to uphold the company's stellar reputation.

United Salad Co.’s Sales Representative will spend approximately 65% of their workweek in the field, with occasional overnight stays expected once a week to meet clients and attend trade shows. The job demands exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills along with a customer-driven mindset and the ability to multi-task effectively. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook is essential to maintaining accurate sales records and correspondence. This position is ideal for a dynamic professional with a minimum of five years of sales experience and a bachelor's degree in a business-related field who is ready to take on the challenge of elevating the sales presence within the territory. The company also emphasizes a strong cultural fit including motivation, competitiveness, and project management skills. Comprehensive benefits including medical and dental insurance through Kaiser, immediate PTO accrual, and a 401(k) plan make this a rewarding opportunity for career growth within a company that values its employees and customers alike.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 5 years sales experience
  • In the field 65% of your work week with occasional overnight stays approximately once a week
  • An exceptional level of motivation, desire, competitiveness, customer driven focus, time management, multi-tasking and project management skills
  • Proven prospecting and follow-up skills
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to build rapport quickly
  • Strong presentation and negotiation skills
  • A bachelor’s degree in a business-related discipline
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook
  • All job offers contingent upon passing a criminal background check, MVR and drug screen including THC

Job Qualifications

  • A bachelor’s degree in a business-related discipline
  • Minimum of 5 years sales experience
  • Proven prospecting and follow-up skills
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to build rapport quickly
  • Strong presentation and negotiation skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook
  • An exceptional level of motivation, desire, competitiveness, customer-driven focus, time management, multi-tasking and project management skills

Job Duties

  • Actively manage and grow accounts including the pre-existing customer base
  • Emphasis is on cold calling to generate new business as well as working on account penetration introducing new produce and grocery items
  • Initiate contact with prospective customers and present strategies for elevating sales
  • Manage existing account base and present strategies for elevating sales
  • Review sales analysis to determine account profitability
  • Resolve customer complaints regarding sales and service
  • Build and foster working relationships and partnerships within the industry and community
  • Attend appropriate trade shows
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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