We are seeking an experienced Food Ingredient Sales Associate to join our team in Sarasota, FL. This role requires extensive travel, so candidates must be comfortable with traveling more than 50% of the time. If you have a strong sales background in food ingredients and are eager to support a leading salesperson in their market, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify prospective customers, generate leads, and convert them into sales
- Emphasize product features and demonstrate how they solve customer needs
- Answer customer questions and provide in-depth product knowledge
- Negotiate prices and terms, prepare sales agreements
- Collaborate with internal teams across different sectors
- Maintain contact lists and follow up with customers to foster long-term relationships
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience in food ingredient sales
- Proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook, with a willingness to learn company-specific software
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Willingness to travel extensively, including travel beyond 50% of the time
If you’re a motivated sales professional ready to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, apply today!
