Sales Consultant
First Supply LLC
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: New Orleans • Louisiana • United States
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About the role
- Cultivate new business opportunities through networking, consultative sales approaches, and a deep understanding of customer needs.
- Manage and expand existing accounts by building trust and providing creative, customized product solutions.
- Collaborate with chefs, restaurant owners, and other stakeholders to exceed their expectations, understanding their unique requirements and business goals.
- Represent and promote premium seafood, humanely raised meat, poultry, game, and gourmet products (cheese, chocolate, etc.).
- Stay abreast of industry trends, customer preferences, and market dynamics to provide informed recommendations and drive sales.
- Partner with Product, Category, Purchasing and Operations teams to align inventory levels with customer demands, ensuring timely deliveries.
- Coordinate with the Accounting team to establish credit terms and ensure all required documentation is accurately filed.
- Develop and execute strategic sales plans to meet and exceed performance targets.
- Prepare compelling proposals, maintain detailed sales records, and report progress against goals.
- Act as a trusted consultant to clients, address inquiries and resolving issues with urgency and precision.
- Work closely with senior staff and Sales Director to develop competitive pricing strategies tailored to customer needs.
Requirements
- 2+ years of outside sales experience in perishable food products; seafood experience is highly preferred.
- 2–5 years of 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, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment.
- Open to change and quick to adopt new technologies and processes.
- Self-starter with a history of success in managing time and priorities effectively.
- Detail-oriented, enthusiastic, and resourceful while maintaining professionalism.
Benefits
- Equal opportunity employer
- Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
sales experienceconsultative salesstrategic sales planningproposal preparationaccount managementcustomer needs analysispricing strategy developmentinventory managementdocumentation accuracyperformance target achievement
Soft Skills
communication skillsrelationship buildingproblem solvingtime managementadaptabilitymotivationdetail-orientedresourcefulnessprofessionalismteam collaboration
Certifications
degree in Businessdegree in Salesdegree in Marketingdegree in Hospitalitydegree in Culinary Arts