Class Produce Group LLC Is Hiring A Bilingual Sales Representative

Join our team as a Sales Representative and be a vital part of a reputable family-owned food distribution business with over 90 years of history, dedicated to delivering fresh produce with exceptional service. 🌟

💼 Job Overview

The Sales Representative will promote Class Produce Group products to both new prospects and existing clients, ensuring outstanding customer service and fostering long-term relationships.

🎯 Key Responsibilities

• Acquire New Accounts: Spend time in the field to secure initial and repeat orders, skillfully managing daily and weekly schedules to target potential and current customers.
• Order Management: Submit orders via in-person visits, fax, phone, or email; verify accuracy and follow up to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Reporting & Communication: Keep management informed with activity reports, including daily call reports, work plans, and customer/market analyses.
• Market Monitoring: Gather and analyze competitive information on pricing, products, and merchandising techniques to stay ahead in the marketplace.
• Customer Partnership: Collaborate closely with customers using a consultative approach to help grow their business.
• Recommendations & Improvements: Suggest product, service, and policy updates based on market and customer feedback.
• Problem Resolution: Address and resolve customer complaints by investigating issues, proposing solutions, and consulting management for effective resolution.

🌱 About Us

We are a dedicated family-owned food distributor serving a 500-mile radius, including Baltimore/Washington, North and South Carolina, Virginia, and Tennessee. With a heritage rooted in quality, service, and dependability, we specialize in fresh fruits and vegetables and have built a stellar reputation over nine decades.

💰 Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary package 💵
• Comprehensive health insurance: Medical, Prescription, Vision, Dental 🏥
• Company-paid Disability, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection
• Retirement plans including FMLA, Traditional and Roth 401K, Matching, and Profit Sharing (eligibility applies)
• Flexible Spending Accounts: FSA and HSA options
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays 🌴
• And much more! 🎉

🔑 Requirements

Education & Skills

• College degree preferred but not mandatory 📚
• Proficiency in MS Office required; knowledge of Prophet is a plus
• Prior produce sales experience (3+ years) required
• English/Spanish bilingual skills preferred

Licenses & Competencies

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation 🚗
• Strong customer service, sales, closing, negotiation, presentation, and territory management skills
• Proven prospecting abilities

🛠️ Working Conditions

This position involves both office work and on-site visits to customer locations. Regular local and regional travel is required to meet clients in person. The environment varies from office settings with moderate noise to customer sites like retail stores, warehouses, etc. Daily use of a computer and phone is essential, along with interaction with staff, customers, and vendors.

Note: The above details outline the core functions necessary for this role but are not exhaustive. Responsibilities may evolve to meet business needs.

🚻 Equal Opportunity

We are an EOE/Vet/Disabled employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.