SUMMARY:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Internal Sales Representative to join our Almond Division. The ideal candidate will have a passion for sales, excellent communication skills, computer literacy, and the ability to build strong relationships with customers. You will play a key role in driving sales and ensuring customer satisfaction.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Customer Relationship Management:
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential customers.
- Respond to customer inquiries and provide product information in a timely manner.
- Sales and Order Management:
- Process customer orders accurately and efficiently.
- Monitor and track orders to ensure timely delivery.
- Collaborate with the logistics and production teams to ensure order fulfillment.
- Market and Product Knowledge:
- Stay updated on product offerings, pricing, and market trends.
- Provide customers with product recommendations based on their needs and preferences.
- Assist in the development and execution of sales strategies and promotions.
- Administrative Duties:
- Maintain accurate records of sales activities, customer interactions, and transactions.
- Prepare sales reports and forecasts for management review.
- Assist in the preparation of sales presentations and materials.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience:
- Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, Agriculture, or a related field preferred.
- 2+ years of experience in sales is preferred within the food or agricultural industry.
- Skills:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Familiarity with CRM software and sales order processing systems.
- Attributes:
- Self-motivated with a proactive approach to sales.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality.
Language Skills:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Mathematical Skills:
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, talk, and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those and employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate most of the time.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $68,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Compensation package:
Schedule:
Travel requirement:
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Earlimart, CA 93219 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Earlimart, CA 93219: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person