Regional Perishable Sales Executive

DELALLO ITALIAN FOODS, INC

Regional Perishable Sales Executive managing customer relationships and delivering exceptional service for a specialty Italian foods distributor. Focused on sales growth and innovative customer solutions.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,000 - $105,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong sales and negotiating skills within the food and beverage industry, with a focus on developing customer partnerships and delivering innovative solutions. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications to support professional presentations and business planning.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Sales ExperienceNegotiating SkillsCustomer Relationship ManagementMicrosoft Office ProficiencyFood And Beverage Industry Knowledge

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Hard Skills

SalesNegotiationPresentation SkillsBusiness PlanningCustomer-Focused Solutions

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsAdaptabilityProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft PowerPointMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Word

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaBachelor’s Degree (Preferred)Valid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Food IndustryBeverage IndustryRetail SalesCustomer PartnershipsMarket Strategies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop long-term customer partnerships that result in increased sales and margin growth
Speak confidently and be knowledgeable about DeLallo products and benefits with customers and prospective clients
Demonstrate knowledge of industry and customer brands, platforms, and strategies
Ability to provide innovative, customer-focused ideas
Execute business plans, resolve issues and deliver solutions to meet customer needs and drive profitable growth
Conduct professional presentations on DeLallo product and service solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s Degree is preferred
Minimum of 5-years’ experience in the food or beverage industry is required; preferably in retail sales
Successful sales and negotiating experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications: PowerPoint, Excel, Word
Valid driver’s license without restrictions and proof of current vehicle insurance
Must be available to maintain schedule appropriate with customer’s business operations and travel 75% or more
Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with individuals at all levels within the company and assigned accounts
Ability to rapidly adapt to changing business needs and priorities
Willingness to learn and work in all areas of the business as needs dictate

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive wages
Bi-weekly pay
401k with company match
Paid time off (can be cashed out in lieu of time off, if desired)
Paid holidays off: New Years Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas
Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision (available after 14 days for full time employees)
Hospital Indemnity
Term Life Insurance
Pre-tax spending accounts
Free flu shots (all employees)
Short- term and Long-term disability
Accident
Employee Assistance Program (Counseling, Legal, Financial, Work/Life)
Career Advancement Opportunities to transfer to other locations or departments
Training & Development
Individualized Leadership Training Opportunities
Individualized Intern Development
Referral Program
On-Line Purchase Discount