About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, a Confidential Client in the Sales industry.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Why Join This Role

This outside sales role (Sales Consultant) in Manchester Center, VT is with a Confidential Client operating in the Sales / foodservice distribution space. The role offers competitive pay (estimated $62,107/year), bonus potential, car allowance or mileage reimbursement where applicable, a strong benefits package, sales training, and clear career progression. Ideal for experienced outside sales representatives, restaurant managers, culinary managers, or chefs looking to move into territory sales and foodservice account management.

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Job Summary

This is an outside/territory sales position based in Manchester Center, VT. The Sales Consultant will promote the Confidential Client’s products and services, build and maintain relationships with new and existing accounts (including restaurants and foodservice operators), and drive profitable sales growth within an assigned territory. Role may require non-traditional hours (evenings, weekends, holidays) to meet customer needs.

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What You’ll Do

• Develop new business and penetrate existing accounts to achieve profitable sales growth within your assigned territory.
• Seek and qualify prospects in line with account stratification goals.
• Assess customer business needs and recommend product/service mixes to meet those needs.
• Monitor market trends and competitor offerings; recommend appropriate products to customers.
• Provide product information, practical training, and menu suggestions to customer staff.
• Answer customer questions about products, pricing, availability, and usage.
• Drive a personal vehicle to customer accounts, conventions, and company meetings.
• Coordinate with credit and transportation teams to manage accounts receivable and deliveries; troubleshoot order issues (stock, special orders, inventory).
• Participate in company promotions, customer visits, industry events, and sales meetings.
• Prepare sales budgets and reports; maintain sales records, process credits and pick-ups, and manage administrative tasks.
• Engage in ongoing training and assist in training new employees as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

Required Education / Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Hospitality, Culinary Arts, or related discipline OR
• High school diploma / GED plus 3 years of restaurant management, B2B/outside sales experience, or equivalent relatable experience (including completion of the Confidential Client’s sales internship, if applicable).

Preferred:

• Bi-lingual candidates preferred.
• Prior restaurant management, foodservice outside sales, or chef experience is a plus.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

• Valid driver’s license with a driving record that meets the Confidential Client’s insurability standards.
• Current automobile insurance meeting these limits: Bodily injury — $100,000 each person / $300,000 each accident; Property damage — $100,000.

Requirements:

• Pass employment testing.
• Sign the Confidential Client’s protective covenants agreement as a condition of hire.
• Reside in or be willing to relocate to the geographical vicinity of the assigned territory.

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Professional Skills & Competencies

• Basic PC skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
• Building trust and customer loyalty.
• Sales ability and persuasiveness.
• Strong follow-up and organization.
• Ability to manage work independently and adapt to changing priorities.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated base pay: $62,107 per year (estimated).
• Bonus and promotional incentive opportunities.
• Car allowance or mileage reimbursement (where applicable) and company-provided cell phone.
• Robust benefits package including 401(k) with matching and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (if offered by the client).
• Monthly and annual sales rewards and recognition.
• Specialized sales training and clear career-pathing opportunities.

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Location & Employment Type

• Location: Manchester Center, VT (role is for Manchester Center territory only).
• Employment type: Full-time / Contractor (per the client’s classification).

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Notes for Applicants

Careertakes works with the Confidential Client to support this hiring process. Please ensure you can meet the driver’s license and insurance requirements and are willing to sign required client agreements. This posting replaces any direct company names with "Confidential Client" for privacy and compliance.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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