National Account Sales Representative

We are currently searching for a versatile and dynamic person to join our Food Service Sales team located at our Oakville office. This position is considered to be a mid-level level role that suits a high-energy, enthusiastic, proactive team player in the sales field.

What we have to offer:

• Full-time permanent position

• Base salary with a bonus at the end of the calendar year

• Training provided

• Competitive salary

• Health benefits

• Paid birthday off

• Paid sick days

• Summer BBQ lunch events

• Professional modern work environment

• On-site parking

• Located minutes away from the QEW and 403 Various tasks will include:

• Developing current / future relationships with major & minor food service distributors and end users, regionally & nationally

• Manage all aspects of the customer relationship including trade, growth targets, product samples, trade shows, listing support, etc.

• Engage daily with potential new account leads and provide impeccable customer support to each individual

• Attend and work trade show events including set up

• Achieve sales, revenue goals and initiatives that drive results within established account base

• Prepare sales reports and forecasts, as required

• Travel is required

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in marketing, business, management or related subjects

• 4 years’ experience with demonstrated success in an outside sales role in the Food Service Industry

• Excellent communication skills especially simplifying information to be easily understandable to customers, answering questions thoroughly and maintain a reassuring positive demeanor

• Ability to build strong relationships both internal and external stakeholders

• Result oriented with a proactive approach to meet targets

• Creative and strategic thinker who look for innovative ways to drive results

• Must possess a valid driver’s license

• Access to a reliable well working vehicle

• Physical dexterity/mobility to travel via car

*****NO ALLERGIES***** to peanuts/tree-nuts/sulphites/mustard/soy DRFC is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation, please notify us in advance and we will work with you to meet your needs. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and would like to thank all that apply. However, only those under consideration will be contacted for an interview.

Salary: $60,000 - $75,000 per year