Sales Representative II- Bilingual Spanish

As a Sales Representative II- Bilingual Spanish, you will establish and foster relationships with, and learn to present information to, key leaders in grocery stores, bakeries, delis and convenience stores to secure profitable sales in your territory. You will partner with customers to market Lipari products and services, collect orders and process credits, and ultimately ensure our retail partners, as well as Lipari, are successful. Given the importance of the relationships with our customers, you will be consistently in-person at customer locations across your territory for "Belly to Belly" consulting.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Exhibit a professional leadership presence with an ability to communicate clearly and effectivelyBuilding and maintaining positive relationships with existing customersPossessing an entrepreneurial spirit competitive edge to grow your businessKeep customers within their payment terms and collecting payments when appropriateBe the customers' consultant and the source for order collectionPresent new information, such as products, pricing, etc., to established customersPOSITION REQUIREMENTS:High School Diploma/ GED requiredBachelor Degree preferred5+ years of experience in B2B sales with in-person, "Belly to Belly" consultation to designated customersExperience with retailers in deli, bakery, convenience stores, grocers, etc. a plusAbility to market and present new items, programs and other 'value-add' services to customersExhibit professionalism in your appearance and communicationStrong organization skills with ability to multi-task and work effectively under pressureProficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and standard email applicationsMust be able to read, write and understand English and SpanishAbility to engage in a significant amount of territorial travel, regional sales meetings and other sales specific eventsValid Driver License and reliable vehicleCOMPANY PROFILE:Lipari Foods is a regional full-line deli, bakery, packaging, and grocery distributor, headquartered in Warren, MI. We are a premier store distributor, delivering 37,000+ food and packaging products to 32 states and 14,000+ retail accounts. We operate several manufacturing facilities from a USDA fresh food plant to facilities specializing in jar goods, cheese and confections. We are in your communities providing food to your stores and feeding your families and neighbors. And we are growing. Fast. In fact, Lipari Foods was recently named by Crain's Business as one of the fastest growing companies in Michigan, and we're not just growing in Michigan!We are looking for talent with a can-do mindset, focused on growing a career, and interested in working on a diverse, dedicated team to create something greater collectively. Together, we are delivering more than great food to build a better tomorrow.Lipari Foods LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.