Outside Account Manager - Houston TX

Account Manager – Outside Sales – Houston, TX At Sofo Foods , we encourage our team members to take control of their own success. Working at Sofo Foods requires energy, commitment and a competitive spirit. Here, you will work in a fast-paced environment filled with challenges and opportunities. You will be able to try new things, set goals and build a career that fits your expectations – and have some fun along the way! Sofo Foods is one of the largest family owned wholesale distributors of Italian and ethnic foods in the US, and is currently looking for you to fill this role as Outside Account Manager for our Houston, TX sales region and become part of the Sales Team . You will be responsible for calling on new and existing customers, managing accounts, and providing exceptional service to restaurant customers. This is an outside sales position, servicing Houston and surrounding suburbs. If you are looking for a position where each day brings the satisfaction of helping a restaurant provide superb menu items while providing you the opportunity to grow a market with new and existing business then this is a terrific opportunity to start your career in sales and join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone who loves the restaurant business. What you will do: Build new connections and further grow existing relationships with owners and managers in the greater Houston area. Conduct product demonstrations with customers. Design business plans centered on customer’s needs and sales objectives. Who you are: Experience working within the restaurant industry current pizza operator; maybe you have helped managed, server or bartender in college, or studied business, restaurant management in college with an emphasis in sales/marketing or 1 – 3 years’ experience in sales. Analytical ability to develop and execute business plans to generate sales growth. Self-motivation to sell to meet sales goals. Efficient use of time management. Passionate about food and customer service. Associates’ or Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Ability to pass a background and drug test. Valid driver’s license, safe driving record, dependable vehicle and auto insurance coverage. Our team members’ benefits include: Computer Wireless Phone Paid Time Off Medical, dental, vision and life insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr Sofo Foods