Job Description

Purpose:

The Inside Sales Rep supports overall sales growth plan by increasing sales and gross margin while providing enhanced customer service to customers. Responsible for handling assigned sales accounts by anticipating customer needs, managing sales margins and entering customer orders. Collaborate with the sales team to achieve UNFI\xe2\x80\x99s Building out the Store objective.

Job Responsibilities:

Account Management (100%)

\xc2\xb7 Responsible for managing an assigned book of business.

\xc2\xb7 Responsible for meeting or exceeding established sales goals.

\xc2\xb7 Solicit and process customer orders.

\xc2\xb7 Ensure customers receive timely and accurate information on product availability, quality and price.

\xc2\xb7 Suggest substitutions to customers for items ordered that are unavailable (or do not meet quality expectations) while encouraging customers to purchase maximum possible amount of product conducive to their business.

\xc2\xb7 Respond to customer phone inquiries and ensure that customer needs are resolved in an appropriate and timely manner.

\xc2\xb7 Submit credit requests per policy.

\xc2\xb7 Identify, qualify and make phone solicitations of potential new customers.

\xc2\xb7 Support sales activities with Quality Control, Transportation, Accounting and Purchasing to ensure customer satisfaction.

\xc2\xb7 Inform customers of company products, programs and promotions and verify inventory levels for promotions.

\xc2\xb7 Attend and participate in sales meetings, sales trainings, and product information sessions.

\xc2\xb7 Work with Account Manager, Sales Consultants and Sales Managers to develop growth strategies, create promotions and increase business within assigned account base.

Job Requirements:

Education/ Certifications:

\xc2\xb7 Associate Degree or equivalent experience

Experience:

\xc2\xb7 1+ years sales experience preferred

\xc2\xb7 System implementation experience preferred

Other Skills/ Abilities:

\xc2\xb7 Ability to builds relationships with customers and align with leadership\'s goals and direction.

\xc2\xb7 Ability to interpreting data and using technology (Microsoft suite, SV Harbor, Tableau) to support business objectives

\xc2\xb7 Ability to, with leadership guidance, execute a sales plan and achieve sales objectives and ability to identify product/service sales opportunities for core accounts.

\xc2\xb7 Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

\xc2\xb7 Excellent verbal and written communication skills

\xc2\xb7 Strong organization skills with ability to multi-task

\xc2\xb7 Ability to resolve customer related issues appropriately and in a timely manner

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Additional Information

• Company Name: Tony\'s Fine Foods
• Additional Locations: United States of America, Rhode Island, Providence
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Indicator: Remote

Compensation

• Pay Range: $37200.00 - $65200.00 Annually ($17.88 - $31.35 Hourly)
• Other Compensation: Bonus Eligible

Compensation:

UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

Benefits:

For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), for Washington-specific paid time off details.

Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Sales Positions Only: For sales positions that are commission-based, the above range is an estimate of total potential commission-based compensation during an associate\'s first year, but UNFI offers an introductory period minimum of $1,000 per week. After the introductory period, as a 100% commission-based role, there is no set salary. UNFI\'s commission plans are uncapped and average earnings vary depending on territory and sales achieved, among other factors.

UNFI\'s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company\'s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.

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