Territory Sales Representative San Diego, CA

At CJ Schwans we dont just make food we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice to students laughing over dumplings in a cafeteria to families enjoying pie during the holidays our team members play an important role in bringing those everyday moments to life. Our portfolio includes iconic pizzas global flavors and timeless desserts from brands like Red Baron bibigo Tonys Big Daddys Freschetta Pagoda Edwards and Mrs. Smiths . Enjoyed in homes schools restaurants and just about everywhere people shop and eat our products reflect a commitment to quality innovation and the power of food to bring people together.

Join our team as a Territory Sales Representative in San Diego CA and play a key role in driving growth across Southern Californias dynamic foodservice this home-office based role ideally in the greater San Diego area youll build strong customer relationships grow existing business and uncover new opportunities to expand our presence with foodservice operators and distributors. If youre a self-starter who thrives on winning new business enjoys spending time with customers and has a passion for food this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact while growing your career.

What You Will Do:

• Maximize Commercial and Non-Commercial sales (Healthcare College & University Recreation Business & Industry and K-12 Schools foodservice operators/bids) for 50 - 60 accounts in assigned territory by effectively penetrating accounts driving contract compliance and increasing sales
• Support distributor activity in market by developing strategic marketing plans to engage DSRs corporate chefs and business development managers to expand reach/grow sales with end user operators
• Collaborate with Sales Team members in market to coordinate sales activities at the customer account level
• Develop operator business plans in conjunction with market plans
• Support and execute product presentations and demonstrations in commercial foodservice kitchens
• Attend Sales Meetings Training Sessions Food Shows and industry events to network with prospective accounts
• Ensure accurate operator sales activity is recorded via centralized reporting system
• Follow sales process that includes gathering information uncovering needs presenting features and benefits providing solutions and closing sales with assigned operators
• Help lead and support distributor and operator events in Southern California
• Local travel in the market 3 to 4 days per week with a few overnights per month

What We Look For:

• Bachelors degree or Culinary Arts degree (or equivalent years in food service) and 2 years of experience in the food service industry ideally foodservice sales
• Microsoft Office (PowerPoint Excel Outlook) and sales CRM system
• Previous experience conducting sales calls in commercial kitchens and preparing food as part of the sales process helpful

What We Offer:

The base salary range for this position is $60000 to $99000 annually with eligibility for a 15% annual incentive bonus based on organizational performance and car allowance. The range reflects factors such as experience skills education certifications and location and starting salary may fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base salary we offer a competitive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall well-being including comprehensive health benefits time off programs retirement and financial offerings.

CJ Schwans and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion gender age disability veteran status national origin or any other protected characteristic. We provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs. For accommodation requests or assistance with the application please email .

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