Local Sales Representative

Overview: Turano Baking Company: Family-owned and operated for over 60-years, Turano Baking Company is among the industry leaders in the development and production of par-baked and fully-baked artisan bread and rolls. Turano Baking Company operates five state-of-the-art baking facilities operating in four States. Turano employs over 1,200 associates and supplies 50 of the Top 100 National Foodservice Chain Operators. The company continues to grow at an incredible rate supplying both the national Foodservice and Retail markets.Job Summary: Local sales representative goals are to service and sell foodservice accounts in their given territory to help grow the individual routes they are responsible for selling on, also maintaining existing accounts through quality calls on existing foodservice stops in effort to strengthen our relationships with the customer and grow our business from within.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain relationships with new and existing customersMeet or exceed sales targets and goalsPresent and demonstrate products to potential customersProvide excellent customer service and supportCollaborate with team members to achieve sales objectivesStay up-to-date with product knowledge and industry trendsPrepare sales reports and forecastsRequirementsProven work experience as a Sales Representative or similar roleExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong negotiation and persuasion abilitiesAbility to build rapport and establish trust with customersFamiliarity with retail math and basic sales techniquesSelf-motivated and target-driven mindsetAbility to work independently as well as part of a teamBenefitsHealth InsuranceDental/Vision InsuranceLife InsuranceEmployee Discount401KPaid Time-OffCompensation PackageHourly PayCommissionHoliday CompensationScheduleDay ShiftMonday to FridayWeekends as Needed8 Hour Shift