What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outside Sales Representative - Bakery position at BakeMark?
Summary: BakeMark is seeking a motivated Sales Representative to grow existing accounts and develop new business within the baking industry. This role is responsible for executing company sales strategies, increasing market share, and delivering exceptional customer service.
Responsibilities:
- Execute company sales initiatives to support BakeMark USA’s strategy of achieving and maintaining a dominant market share in the baking industry.
- Identify, develop, and secure orders to fulfill 100% of customers’ supply needs.
- Maintain and grow existing accounts while actively pursuing new business opportunities.
- Travel within an assigned local territory (approximately 90–100% travel required; occasional overnight travel may be necessary).
- Deliver exceptional customer service and build strong, long-term relationships with customers and suppliers.
- Utilize company systems and tools to manage accounts, track sales activity, and support reporting requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support company objectives.
Qualifications:
- Prior sales or route sales experience preferred
- Baking industry experience highly desirable
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance required
Compensation & Benefits:
- Base salary commission
- Mileage reimbursement
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
- 401(k) with 100 % company match
- 17 paid holidays
- Sick Pay
- Birthday Day Off
Compensation: The starting salary for this position is $65,000 plus commission.
BakeMark is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at BakeMark via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written agreement in place for this position from BakeMark HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of BakeMark. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by BakeMark as a result of the referral or through other means.
BakeMark is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment, in accordance with the requirements of all applicable state and federal laws, on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age or any other basis prohibited by law.
Salary : $65,000 - $75,000