About Careertakes

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

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Overview

Confidential Client is hiring an Outside Sales professional for a Sales Consultant role based in Saint Joseph, MO. This field sales position focuses on building relationships with new and existing foodservice and restaurant customers, driving profitable sales growth in an assigned territory, and delivering value-added service and product recommendations.

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Why Join

• Competitive base salary plus bonus and promotional incentives
• Car allowance (or mileage reimbursement where required) and company cell phone provided
• Clear career path and specialized sales training programs
• Monthly and annual sales rewards and recognition
• Robust benefits including an Employee Stock Purchase Plan and 401(k) with matching

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Job Summary

This outside sales role is responsible for promoting product and service solutions, developing new business, penetrating existing accounts, and helping customers succeed while meeting sales and profitability goals. The role may require non-traditional hours (evenings, weekends, holidays) to support customer needs.

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Responsibilities

• Develop new business and penetrate existing accounts to achieve profitable sales growth within a defined territory.
• Seek and qualify prospects according to account stratification goals.
• Research customer needs and recommend a mix of products and services to meet those needs.
• Evaluate market trends and recommend products aligned to customer goals.
• Stay informed on market conditions, product innovations, and competitor activity; share insights with customers.
• Answer customer questions on products, pricing, availability, and use.
• Provide product information and practical training to customer personnel.
• Drive a personal vehicle to customer accounts, conventions, and company meetings as needed.
• Work with credit teams to collect accounts receivable and resolve billing issues.
• Manage deliveries relative to routing schedules and troubleshoot order/process problems.
• Participate in promotions, customer visits, events, and sales/district meetings.
• Review and analyze sales and margin reports, special order requests, and bid files.
• Perform administrative duties: sales budgets, reports, records, credits, quotes, and menu suggestions.
• Assist with training new employees when requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Hospitality, Culinary Arts or related field OR HSD/GED plus 3 years of restaurant management, B2B/outside sales experience, or equivalent relatable experience (including completion of a Confidential Client Sales Internship).
• Valid driver’s license and driving record that meets employer insurability standards.
• Current automobile insurance meeting the stated limits: bodily injury $100,000 per person / $300,000 per accident; property damage $100,000.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Basic PC skills and proficiency with MS Office.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual skills (Spanish or other) a plus.
• Prior restaurant management, foodservice outside sales, or chef experience preferred.

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Requirements & Conditions

• Pass employment testing.
• Must sign Confidential Client Protective Covenants Agreement.
• Reside in or be willing to relocate to the geographical vicinity of the assigned territory.

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Professional Skills & Competencies

• Strong sales ability and persuasiveness
• Building trust and customer loyalty
• Reliable follow-up and territory management
• Good organizational and time-management skills
• Adaptability and effective communication

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Employment Type & Location

• Employment type: Full-Time (may include Contractor classification as applicable)
• Location: Saint Joseph, MO (local candidates preferred; must be able to travel within assigned territory)

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Compensation

• Estimated annual compensation shown on the source posting: $67,915 (estimated). Actual pay may vary based on experience, location, and role specifics.

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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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