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, Foodservice Distribution.

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

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What You’ll Do

This outside Sales Representative role focuses on building and growing customer relationships in an assigned territory around Paramus, NJ. You will promote products and services, drive sales growth, and help customers succeed while meeting company sales and profitability goals.

• Develop new business, penetrate existing accounts, and minimize lost business to achieve profitable sales growth.
• Prospect, qualify leads, and follow account stratification goals.
• Assess customer needs and recommend product and service mixes to meet business goals.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity; advise customers with value-added recommendations.
• Provide product information and practical training to customer staff.
• Manage account receivables and communicate with credit/operations as needed.
• Coordinate with transportation and operations to manage order/delivery issues.
• Participate in company promotions, customer visits, events, and sales/district meetings.
• Maintain sales records, prepare quotes/menu suggestions, and complete administrative reporting.
• Engage in ongoing sales training and assist in training new employees when requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Hospitality, Culinary Arts or related field OR HSD/GED plus 3 years of restaurant management, B2B or outside sales experience (or equivalent experience).
• Valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets the client’s insurability standards.
• Current automobile insurance meeting the stated limits of liability (Bodily injury $100,000 each person / $300,000 each accident; Property damage $100,000).
• Basic PC skills and proficiency with MS Office.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Reside in or be willing to relocate to the geographical vicinity of the assigned territory.

Preferred

• Bi-lingual candidates.
• Restaurant management, foodservice outside sales, or chef experience.

Competencies

• Building trust and customer loyalty
• Follow-up and managing work
• Sales ability / persuasiveness
• Adaptability and communication

Additional Requirements

• Pass employment testing.
• Must sign Confidential Client’s Protective Covenants Agreement.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated base pay: $57,818 per year (estimated).
• Competitive base salary plus bonus and promotional incentives.
• Car allowance or mileage reimbursement where applicable; company-provided cell phone.
• Robust benefits including 401(k) with matching and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Monthly and annual sales rewards, specialized sales training, and clear career pathing.

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Location & Travel

This role is based in Paramus, NJ and requires regular travel within the assigned territory using a personal vehicle. Some non-traditional hours (evenings, weekends, holidays) may be required to meet customer needs.

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Why Join

Join a purpose-driven organization in foodservice distribution that supports communities and associates. This role offers growth opportunities, focused sales training, team and individual recognition programs, and exposure to diverse customer segments.

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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.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.