PRODUCE SALES REPRESENTATIVE

Spokane Produce, Inc – Who We Are Spokane Produce, Inc. is an independent family owned and operated company. We have been in business since the 1940's. We provide the finest quality products to grocery, restaurant, other wholesalers and government agencies with the highest level of customer service in the Northwest. Spokane Produce is one of the few suppliers dedicated to taking the time and effort in developing a strong supplier/customer relationship on a long‑term basis. At Spokane Produce, we believe we can provide our customers with an honest relationship, the finest quality fresh produce and related products combined with a superior level of customer service. The quality of an organization is indeed the product of the people who make it all happen. Our success is due to our amazing team of employees. We are looking to add qualified talent to our dedicated and valued team. What We Offer Competitive compensation starting at $25.00+ hourly depending on experience. Benefits package: medical/dental/vision/company paid life insurance (available first of month after 60 days). Paid time off and Paid holidays. 401k with employer match. Coverage under state sick leave. Employee Assistance Program. Paid on the job training. Job Stability. Opportunities for growth and advancement within our company – We do promote within. Employee discounts on in‑house purchases. Seasoned Produce Sales Representative Grow existing and develop new business. Meet sales goals and objectives, both individual and team. Essential Duties Contact customers via phone or site visits to build and maintain good relationships in order to meet and exceed sales goals. Calmly and effectively resolve customer complaints. Accurately enter customer orders into the system within set time frames according to delivery route schedules. Manage profitable sales; customer service; price and volume management; manage product quantities vs. warehouse supply; work collaboratively to avoid over‑ or under‑selling. Assist customers with retailing and advertising. Work in a team environment, closely with sales team and other departments; constant communication with warehouse and drivers. Know the product: seasonal and specials and market accordingly. Light collections with customer base when applicable. Promote a positive company image and operate under the highest ethical standards. Maintain continual awareness of the competitive marketplace. Follow good manufacturing practices. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge and experience within the Produce business: in-depth knowledge of grow seasons, quality, pairings and marketing strategies. 5+ years of produce experience; knowledge of organic items and processed items. Retail and pricing experience required. Sales experience and customer service skills. Ability to meet goals. Solid computer skills – Word and Excel. Flexibility with schedule; able to travel when needed; work rotating weekends and holidays when scheduled. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Self‑starter and motivated. Proven success with retaining, identifying, developing and growing accounts. Regional traveling. Clean 3‑year driving record. Must be able to meet insurability requirements. Working Environment Works in all weather conditions. Exposed to agriculture fields during various states of crop growth. Occasionally in and out of dry cold rooms with temperature range 33‑35°F. Wet cold rooms are 33‑36°F. Must be able to pass a pre‑employment criminal background check and drug screen, and continue to satisfy our drug testing policy. We are a Federal Contractor and drug‑free workplace, which includes a prohibition on marijuana use for all employees. Equal Employment Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their disability or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr