Outside Sales Representative-Food industry (Entry Level)

Nippon Shokken U.S.A., is "the No.1 sauce company in Japan" and hiring an Outside Sales Representative in Englewood Cliffs, NJ. Base salary $66,480 and performance incentives (avg. 6% of salary). Full benefits package worth an additional 8% of salary on average. Why Join Us? Clear career path: All our sales managers were promoted from within High job security: Stable, established company expanding in the U.S. market Quality products: Leverage Japanese food technology to serve American restaurants, distributors, and food manufacturers The Role This position involves 80% travel within your assigned territory and 20% office work. You'll build relationships with new and existing customers, introduce our premium sauces and seasonings to American food businesses, and help expand our presence beyond our traditional Asian customer base. What You'll Do Cold calling to make appointments Providing and conducting activities with distributor sales reps Participating in business travel assigned as needed (10 days per month at least) Participating in distributors' sales meetings etc What We're Looking For Legally authorized to work in the U.S. (no visa sponsorship available) Valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle (mileage reimbursed) Comfortable with 80% travel throughout the Southern CA and its neighboring States Able to lift 40+ lbs (product samples and materials) Strong communication and organizational skills Coachable, detail-oriented, and self-motivated Fluent in English (written and verbal) Comfortable with Microsoft Office and CRM software Bachelor's degree Ability to read, write and speak Mandarin fluently Knowledge, Skills and Abilities High level of accuracy and attention to detail Ability to listen, follow and execute instructions Excellent verbal, written and organizational skills combined with an aptitude for multi-tasking Proven analytical and leadership skills Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to develop and obtain desired results & achieve budget Habits of punctuality Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows-based computer applications Work days and Hours Monday to Friday Some weekends may be necessary Average 40 hours work week Location Englewood Cliffs, NJ We E-Verify and conduct post-offer substance screening. Benefits Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Paid Sick Leave Bereavement Leave 401K (matching) Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) Life Insurance Long Term Disability Insurance Incentive Summer BBQ Party and Holiday Party #J-18808-Ljbffr Nippon Shokken U.S.A Inc.