What are the responsibilities and job description for the Account Executive position at Dennis Paper & Food Service?
Account Executive | Augusta/Waterville/Rockland
Dennis Food Service | 100% Employee-Owned Company
We’re an employee-owned company with a collaborative, close-knit culture - large enough to compete, small enough to know everyone. No corporate layers, just a team that values relationships, accountability, and results.
We’re looking for an Account Executive to manage and grow customer relationships within an assigned territory. This is an outside sales role focused on consistent customer engagement, thoughtful solutions, and profitable growth.
What You’ll Do:
- Achieve sales and margin goals within your territory
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships through regular in-person visits
- Open new accounts and expand existing ones
- Use CRM tools and sales data to manage pricing, product mix, and opportunities
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure strong service and execution
What We’re Looking For:
- Outside sales experience (food service or hospitality preferred)
- Restaurant management and/or culinary experience preferred
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Comfortable using CRM systems and sales tools
- Self-motivated, organized, and accountable
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
Why This Role:
- Employee ownership
- Supportive, team-oriented environment
- Autonomy within your territory with leadership support
- Stable company with a long-term focus
Pay: Base pay plus commission. Achieve higher earnings by accelerating sales and broadening your customer base.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Health insurance
Dental Insurance
Disability insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Work Location: On the road
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Dennis Food Service provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.