What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Executive- Food Broker position at Lakeland?
About Lakeland Brokerage
Lakeland is one of the fastest-growing foodservice brokerage firms in the United States. We understand the needs of our principals and are committed to sustainable growth, exceptional customer service, and long-term partnerships.
Our organization is comprised of Management, Sales Representatives, a K–12 School Team, Customer Service, and Support Staff. We partner with highly recognized foodservice wholesalers and work collaboratively with distributor partners at every level to provide operators with quality products and innovative solutions that help them succeed.
Position Summary
Lakeland is seeking a motivated, self-driven Sales Executive with a positive attitude and a passion for food, nutrition, and relationship-building. This role is responsible for maintaining and growing an existing customer base while identifying new business opportunities within the foodservice industry.
Responsibilities
- Service, sell, and provide ongoing support to an existing customer base.
- Prospect and develop new business opportunities to achieve sales growth and vendor objectives.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with distributor partners and end-user customers.
- Present new products, promotions, and menu solutions to customers through sales calls and presentations.
- Participate in distributor sales meetings, food shows, customer events, and product demonstrations.
- Collaborate with internal teams and vendor partners to support sales initiatives and customer success.
- Maintain product knowledge and stay informed on industry trends and market opportunities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent proven experience required.
- Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Candidates with experience or education as a Nutritionist, Dietitian, K–12 school nutrition, foodservice are highly encouraged to apply.
- Strong interest in foodservice, culinary products, nutrition, and sales.
- Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Self-motivated with strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to lift product samples and equipment and stand for extended periods during food shows and customer events.
- Willingness to travel to customer locations, meetings, training sessions, and industry events, including occasional overnight and weekend travel.
- Valid driver's license, proof of insurance, and a clean driving record for the past two years.
Employment Requirements
To provide a safe and healthy work environment for our employees and customers, all offers of employment are contingent upon successfully completing a background check, drug screening, and motor vehicle record check.
Pay: $35,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $35,000 - $70,000