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, Sales.

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 covers assigned territory around Waconia, MN. You will build relationships with new and existing accounts, promote the confidential client’s products and services, and help customers succeed while meeting sales and profitability goals.

• Develop new business and penetrate existing accounts to drive profitable sales growth.
• Qualify and pursue prospects following account stratification guidelines.
• Diagnose customer needs and recommend product and service mixes to meet business goals.
• Stay informed on market conditions, product innovations and competitor activity; share insights with customers.
• Provide product information and conduct practical training for customer staff.
• Drive a personal vehicle to customer accounts, events and meetings as required.
• Manage deliveries/problems in coordination with operations and transportation teams when applicable.
• Assist with accounts receivable collections and work with credit teams as needed.
• Prepare sales quotes, menu suggestions, sales budgets and regular reports.
• Participate in sales meetings, promotions and company training programs.
• Mentor and assist in training new team members when requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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Why Join This Team

• Competitive base salary plus bonus and promotional incentives.
• Car allowance or mileage reimbursement where applicable, and company-provided mobile phone.
• Structured sales training and career pathing for entry-level and experienced sellers.
• Monthly and annual sales recognition programs.
• Comprehensive benefits package including employee stock purchase plan and 401(k) with matching.

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Core Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Hospitality, Culinary Arts or related discipline OR HSD/GED plus 3 years of restaurant management, B2B or outside sales experience (or equivalent), or completion of a relevant sales internship.
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance that meets company insurability standards.
• Ability to read, write and speak English; bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Basic PC skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

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Preferred / Desirable Experience

• Restaurant management, foodservice outside sales or chef experience.
• Proven outside sales track record in territory/restaurant channels.
• Strong consultative selling, relationship-building and negotiation skills.

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Requirements & Conditions

• Must pass employment testing and background checks where required.
• May be required to sign the confidential client’s protective covenants agreement.
• Must reside in, or be willing to relocate to, the geographical vicinity of the assigned territory.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours (evenings, weekends, holidays) as needed to meet customer needs.

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Professional Skills & Competencies

• Building Trust
• Building Customer Loyalty
• Follow-up and persistence
• Sales ability / Persuasiveness
• Time and territory management
• Adaptability and effective communication

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Compensation (estimated)

• Estimated base pay: $56,006 per year (reported figure). Actual compensation may vary based on experience and qualifications.

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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.