Sales Representative
The Sales Representative at Confidential Client is responsible for outside sales activities focused on promoting products and services to new and existing customers within a designated territory. This role involves developing business, building customer relationships, achieving sales and profit goals, and requires significant travel and occasional non-traditional hours. The position offers career development, specialized sales training, and a comprehensive benefits package within a leading foodservice distribution company.
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 (Food & Beverage).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
This outside territory sales role focuses on building and growing business with restaurants and foodservice operators in the South Boston, MA area. You will develop new accounts, strengthen existing relationships, and drive profitable sales by advising customers on product selection and service solutions.
- Develop new business and expand existing accounts to achieve sales and profit goals within an assigned territory.
- Qualify prospects and follow account stratification priorities to prioritize high-opportunity leads.
- Assess customer needs and recommend appropriate product and service mixes.
- Monitor market trends and competitor activity; proactively recommend solutions to customers.
- Provide product information, demonstrations, and on-site training for customer staff.
- Manage order and delivery issues with internal teams and troubleshoot inventory or special-order situations.
- Drive a personal vehicle to customer locations, meetings, and industry events (travel up to 75%).
- Support collection efforts with customers when needed and coordinate with credit/finance teams.
- Complete administrative duties including sales reports, quotes, and record-keeping.
- Attend sales meetings, participate in ongoing training, and support district initiatives and events.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary range: $50,800 – $84,600 per year (range provided in compliance with applicable state pay transparency laws).
- Eligible for incentive/bonus plans and promotional incentive opportunities.
- Car allowance or mileage reimbursement (policy varies by state) and company-provided cell phone.
- Robust benefits package including Employee Stock Purchase Plan and 401(k) with automatic matching.
- Monthly and annual sales recognition programs and specialized sales training.
- Career development and pathing opportunities for entry-level and experienced sales professionals.
Who We're Looking For (Qualifications)
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Hospitality, Culinary Arts or related field OR high school diploma/GED plus 3 years’ experience in restaurant management, B2B or outside sales (or completion of the client’s sales internship).
- Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance meeting company minimum liability limits.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English; basic PC skills and proficiency with MS Office.
- Willingness to reside in or relocate to the geographic vicinity of the assigned territory.
- Ability to pass required employment testing and sign the client’s protective covenants agreement.
Preferred:
- Bilingual candidates a plus.
- Prior restaurant management, foodservice outside sales, or chef experience is desirable.
Legal / role-specific requirements:
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
- Current automobile insurance with required liability limits and a driving record that meets company insurability standards.
Why Candidates Join This Team
- Work with a purpose-driven client in the foodservice distribution industry.
- Mix of individual and team-based selling with structured sales training.
- Opportunities to work across different ethnic segments and learn diverse product categories.
- Clear career progression, recognition programs, and competitive total compensation.
Location & Work Type
- Job location: South Boston, MA (territory-based outside sales).
- Travel: Up to 75% (customer visits, events, meetings).
- Employment type: Contract (territory outside sales).
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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