Sales Representative - Full Time Entry Level
The Sales Representative at Confidential Client is responsible for outside sales activities including developing new business, managing existing accounts, and achieving sales and profit goals within an assigned territory. This role involves building strong customer relationships, providing product knowledge and training, and participating in ongoing sales training and company events. The position requires travel, customer engagement, and administrative duties to support sales growth and customer success.
About Careertakes
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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
This outside sales role focuses on building and growing customer relationships within an assigned territory in Los Angeles, CA. You will represent the Confidential Client’s product portfolio to foodservice and hospitality customers, helping them meet business goals while achieving sales targets.
- Develop new business and penetrate existing accounts to drive profitable sales growth.
- Prospect, qualify, and manage a pipeline according to account stratification and territory plans.
- Advise customers on product mixes, menu suggestions, pricing, and market trends.
- Provide product information and hands-on training to customer staff when needed.
- Manage order issues and coordinate with credit/logistics teams to resolve customer concerns.
- Prepare sales quotes, budgets, reports and maintain accurate sales records.
- Attend sales meetings, customer events, trade shows and ongoing training sessions.
- Work non-traditional hours when required (evenings, weekends, holidays) to meet customer needs.
- Drive to customer locations for calls, meetings, events and company activities. A valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle are required for territory travel.
Qualifications
Minimum required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Hospitality, Culinary Arts or related field OR High School Diploma/GED plus 3 years of restaurant management, B2B or outside sales experience (or equivalent experience, including completion of the client’s sales internship).
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within the assigned territory.
- Basic PC skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Ability to read, write and speak English.
Preferred:
- Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
- Restaurant management, foodservice outside sales, or chef/culinary experience preferred.
- Strong customer service, sales persuasion, and relationship-building skills.
Additional requirements:
- Pass employment testing and background checks as required by the Confidential Client.
- Reside in or be willing to relocate to the geographical vicinity of the territory (Los Angeles, CA).
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary range: $50,800 - $84,600 per year (range provided by Confidential Client and compliant with applicable state law).
- Competitive base pay plus bonus and promotional incentives.
- Car allowance (mileage reimbursement for candidates in CA) and company-provided cell phone.
- Robust benefits package including 401(k) with matching and other offerings.
- Specialized sales training, career-pathing and recognition programs.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan and other corporate benefits where applicable.
(Note: The listed compensation range is the range provided by the Confidential Client for this role in California.)
Why This Role
- Entry-level and experienced career paths available — strong training and development programs.
- Opportunity to work for a purpose-driven organization supporting customers and communities.
- Hands-on outside sales experience with clear advancement and recognition opportunities.
Additional Details
- Employment type: Full-time (with contractor classification listed by the hiring organization as applicable).
- This posting is for a Los Angeles, CA-based territory role; remote telecommute status is not available.
- Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process. If you need assistance, please contact Careertakes.
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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