Job description

DeLallo's is seeking candidates for Local Grocery Sales Executive opportunities in Grand Rapids, MI.

The role of the Local Sales Executive is to sell, order, merchandise and manage the products of the George DeLallo Company for existing accounts in The Grand Rapids MI area and to play and integral part in establishing new accounts.

Job Description:

• Meet and exceed sales goals while maintaining profit margins
• Acquire and maintain knowledge of all George DeLallo Company products to ensure our reputation as "Being experts in our field."
• Develop and maintain positive business relationships and increase business in new and existing customers in the assigned territory.
• Introduce our customers to new items, shippers, surveys, off-shelf displays, cutting and sampling, promotions, ads, and cross merchandising ideas with the purpose of growing sales.
• Coordinate sales and deliveries to meet customer's receiving schedule and company transportation schedule.
• Provide store shelf maintenance as it pertains to: credits, tags, TPR's pricing, product and shelf condition, product rotation, plan-o-grams, blocking of products, and use of POS material.
• Seek and develop knowledge and information about competitor activity, pricing and tactics, parity margins and communicate this information to the Local Sales Manager.
• Execute strategies for new business opportunities (concepts, prospecting, lead follow-up, etc) in new as well as existing customers.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of prior experience selling in the retail food industry
• Demonstrated ability to exceed sales objectives
• Minimum of an Associates' Degree in Business or related field or equivalent experience
• Ability to communicate both verbally and written in an effective manner both in person and electronically
• Ability to perform simple math problems as well as basic knowledge and use of Microsoft products
• Able to interpret, understand and follow instructions and solve problems
• Capable of adapting to different personalities encountered
• Must have reliable vehicle and proof of current vehicle insurance
• Valid driver’s license without restrictions
• Must be goal oriented

We offer competitive wages, benefits including 401k and PTO.

Company Overview

The George DeLallo Company was founded with the ideals of offering true authentic Italian foods with unmatched quality and consistency. The company has maintained a constant presence in the Specialty Food industry for over 70-years and is dedicated to offering the highest quality products on the market today as well as exceptional service. Whether it is found on traditional Italian grocery items such as olive oil, pasta, vinegar, tomatoes, or on our complete line of cured olives and antipasti, the DeLallo label guarantees consumers authenticity, quality, and consistency.

If you enjoy being part of a great team, demonstrate a strong work ethic, and excel at providing excellent customer service, we want to talk with you!

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: On the road

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