Outside Sales

Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Job description:

About our Company

Founded in 1956, The Sam Tell Companies has become one of the nation’s leading commercial Food Service Design, Consulting, & Construction companies. We are proud of our continued growth and success and want you to join our team! Our company motto is “Design, Build, Supply”, which exemplifies all of the services that Sam Tell offers our customers.

Sam Tell is currently seeking a motivated, experienced, professional, highly skilled Outside Sales Associate to support our NYC Office and our Sales division. This position reports to the Director of Sales.

As we continue our company expansion, we are hiring and training some serious Sales talent - YOU. Our growing company Designs and Supplies some of the greatest kitchens in the world. We realize we are only as good as the people we employ and are looking to hire the best.

If you have an interest in a sales career, a passion for the Restaurant and Foodservice Industry and want to work for the Industry Leader, you have come to the right place.

Job description / Essential Functions:

• Grow the tabletop, smallware, and equipment business through new account growth and penetration.
• Open new independent and multi-unit foodservice accounts
• Grow existing business with our current accounts by increasing categories and placements
• Accompany customers to Tabletop Showrooms to exhibit new products
• Assist in collections and accounts receivable when necessary
• Attend industry tradeshows throughout the year to learn about new product and network
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities
• Self-motivated with commitment to timely delivery of tasks and initiatives

Qualifications Requirements:

• Prior experience in sales or non-foods restaurant products is required
• Minimum two-plus years of experience in front-of-house, back-of-house, and culinary experience is a major plus
• Prior experience with AutoQuotes (or similar) is preferred.
• Must have Microsoft Office and Excel skills
• Strong computer, organizational skills, time management, accountability, data entry and attention to details are necessary
• Strong verbal and written communication skills along with an ability to interact professionally within a diverse group, inclusive of customers, sales personnel, executives, etc.
• Comfortable with a fast-paced day
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy and follow through
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities
• Self-motivated with commitment to timely delivery of tasks and initiatives

Resume required. Salary based on experience

Standard Hours of Operation: 8am-5pm

At Sam Tell, we value each and every one of our dedicated staff and therefore are pleased to offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including: medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, 401K with company match, paid time off, and paid holidays.

The Sam Tell Companies are proud to be Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. Minorities or people of color as well as women are encouraged to apply. We welcome anyone to apply without regard to race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, or sexual orientation.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Travel reimbursement
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Food Service : 2 years (Preferred)
• Sales: 3 years (Required)
• Microsoft Office: 3 years (Required)
• AutoQuotes: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• New York, NY (Required)

Work Location: On the road