What are the responsibilities and job description for the Meat Sales Executive position at East Coast Distributors?
Job Summary:
Are you a self-driven sales professional who is willing to learn the meat business, unafraid to contact new prospects and have a job with unlimited income? East Coast Distributors is seeking a natural sales closer with a passion for building strong business relationships with both suppliers and customers in the meat industry. We are a growing company that is dedicated to providing high quality meat products to our diverse clientele. If you are a motivated individual with excellent negotiation skills and the desire to join an industry leader of over 48 years, then we encourage you to apply. We invest in our people and will train the right candidate with a proven formula for success.
Responsibilities
- Sales: Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients to drive sales and expand our customer base. This is B2B selling of various meats and meat cuts to wholesalers, retailers and manufacturers of meat products.
- Procurement: Sourcing and purchasing of beef, pork and poultry products from our extensive base of suppliers, ensuring quality and competitive pricing.
- Negotiation: Professionally negotiate sales with customers to maximize profitability while maintaining fair and balanced purchasing practices with our vendors .
- Market Analysis: Monitoring market trends, pricing and supply availability to make informed purchasing and sales decisions.
Requirements:
- B2B sales experience is a must
- This is not a remote position. Our sales team is onsite, working as a team and sharing information daily
- A basic knowledge of the beef, pork and poultry industry. Further training will be provided to the chosen candidate.
- Excellent negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills. We want a salesperson, not a manager.
- Strong analytical skills in market research and forecasting.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Bridge draw, up to 40% commission, with book of business
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location:
· In person, not remote
· Cranston, RI