Sales Representative - Outside Sales - Greater Portland/Hillsboro Area

Job DescriptionWe Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much moreGrowth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution systemSafe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect Sales Representative – Independent AccountsStarting at a minimum of $85,000 DOE + UNCAPPED COMMISSIONYour hustle. Your territory. Your paycheck.This Is Not a Maintenance Sales RoleThis is a build-it, grow-it, own-it opportunity for proven sales performers who want real earning power and autonomy. If you’re driven by winning new business, expanding accounts, and getting paid for performance, this role is for you.You’ll take full ownership of an independent customer territory—hunting new accounts, expanding wallet share, and turning customers into long-term partners. You’ll sell industry-leading products, control your pipeline, and directly impact your income through uncapped earnings.And while you own your results, you won’t do it alone—you’ll be backed by a supportive, high-performing team and a culture that values collaboration, trust, and winning the right way.Why Top Performers Choose Us$85,000 starting compensation with uncapped upside after guarantee periodDay 1 benefits—Health & Wellness, 401(k) with match, ESPP, PTO, and moreA stable, essential industry with massive opportunityProven products, strong operational support, and room to dominate your marketA culture that rewards results, recognizes performance, and promotes winnersWhat You’ll OwnHUNT & CLOSEIdentify, target, and close new independent customer accountsBuild a referral-driven pipeline to expand your footprint fastWin business by delivering value, pricing strategy, and consultative expertiseGROW & DOMINATEDrive profitable growth by increasing cases, margin, and product penetrationAnalyze your territory to uncover new opportunities and outperform competitorsStay ahead of commodity and pricing trends to win in the marketSELL LIKE A PRODeliver compelling sales presentations and product demosSample products and tailor solutions to each customer’s businessPosition yourself as a trusted advisor, not just a salespersonOWN THE CUSTOMERSet up new accounts end-to-end: pricing, credit coordination, onboardingPartner internally to deliver flawless execution and customer satisfactionFollow up relentlessly to ensure delivery accuracy and product successEXECUTE WITH DISCIPLINEMonitor accounts receivable and manage credit complianceProtect margin while staying competitive in a fast-moving marketStep in when needed—even making emergency deliveries—to keep customers loyalRequiredWhat It Takes to WinHigh School Diploma / GED6–12 months of sales, marketing, and/or restaurant experienceValid Driver’s LicenseCompetitive mindset, resilience, and a drive to outperformPreferredBachelor’s degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, or related field1–2 years of foodservice distribution sales, marketing, or restaurant experienceProven ability to grow accounts and close new businessThe Bottom LineIf you want:Control over your incomeOwnership of your territoryA sales role where performance actually mattersThis is your shot! Join the PFG team!Required QualificationsHigh School Diploma/GED or Equivalent6-12 months sales/marketing and/or restaurant experienceValid Drivers LicenseCompensationStarting at $85,000 with uncapped earning potential