Job Description
Job Description
Outside Sales Representative
Company Background
Bush Brothers is a 5th Generation family-run meat purveyor based in West Palm Beach, FL. Founded in 1925, the Company prides itself on its best-in-class service, to match its high-end protein portfolio.
As a USDA inspected processing plant, the Company focuses on center-of-the-plate and portion-controlled offerings to meet the demands of Florida’s high-end Hotel, Restaurant, and Country Club clientele.
The Company processes and distributes Beef, Veal, Lamb, Pork, Poultry, and Provisions throughout South and Central Florida as well as into the Caribbean.
Bush Brothers has a service-oriented culture, viewing its customers and employees as long-term partners is each other’s success.
Bush Brothers’ Family Culture
We think of our employees, our customers, and our business as a true family. We are invested in each of our employees’ long-term growth and potential.
As a family-operated business, we pride ourselves on the ability to be flexible to employee needs, and understanding of each challenge.
As a result, the business has many long-term employees and limited turnover at key positions. We view this aspect of our business as a key to our long term success and growth.
We look forward to growing a similar relationship with the Purchasing Manager.
The Bush Brothers Difference Quality Doesn’t Cost, It Pays
Bush Brothers distinguishes itself from its competition due to top notch service and products, while offering an honest and fair pricing structure to its customers.
Our focus in all facets of the business revolves around quality, consistency, and transparency. As we look to add a Purchasing Manager to our daily operations, our ideal candidate is someone that embraces this mentality, and strives each day to deliver consistent quality.
Compensation for the role will be competitive, with full benefits package, and upward potential as the business achieves its aggressive growth plan.
Key accountabilities of Outside Sales Professional
Outside Sales Professionals are responsible for generating new business and managing those relationships. They are the key contact between the Company and the Customer and should positively promote our brand and our products.
We are looking for success-driven professionals who thrive in a commissioned compensation environment. The ability to effectively communicate with the customer and the Company are key attributes to success in this position.
Specific Responsibilities of Outside Sales Professional
- Establish a pipeline of new accounts with restaurants, country clubs, hotels, and other foodservice establishments
- Take daily orders and enter them into our ERP software; remain in constant communication with the customer to ensure that all their needs are being met
- Managing A / R collections of your accounts; commissions are paid on collected invoices
- Coordinate with the Company regarding delivery / logistics in your area
- Participate in weekly Sales Meetings
- Provide relevant communications to the Sales Manager on upcoming opportunities
- Actively seek out Ride-Alongs with Executive Leadership team to help deepen customer relationships
Additional Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar position, ideally in meat / protein sales for white tablecloth customers. Other industry background will also be considered so long as there is relevant experience with our customer base.
- Proficiency and understanding of Beef, Pork, Poultry, Lamb, and Veal, and their applications within the culinary setting are viewed very positively.
- Ability to work independently as the role is primarily based from outside of the processing facility.