Are you a proactive sales expert driven by results, excited to maximize your income potential? If so, consider joining our team at Zepole, a top restaurant supply company located in Bolingbrook, IL, as an Outside Sales Professional.
We are searching for exceptional individuals who excel in fast-paced settings and are poised to make a substantial difference.
In this position, you will have the independence to strategically grow your sales territory while reaping the rewards of a commission-based structure.
Beyond just a role, this is a chance to unlock your complete potential and carve out your success in a lively, customer-focused field.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to become a crucial member of our team and grasp this thrilling prospect to propel your career with Zepole forward. Apply now!
Compensation :
$70,000 plus commission- transition to commission
Responsibilities :
Primary responsibility is territory sales for resupply (To-Go containers, small wares, hand soap, paper goods, etc.) while identifying opportunities for equipment and chemicals.
Equipment and chemicals are supported by our Equipment and Z-Chem teams, respectively.
- Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve targets within the assigned territory.
- Manage Existing Accounts.
- Defend, maintain, and expand your existing account base.
- Stay updated on product features, benefits, and competitive advantages to help customers, create profit opportunities, and strengthen customer relationships.
- Analyze market trends and competitor activities to identify growth opportunities.
- Find New Opportunities.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
- Track and document prospect goals and progress.
- Order Entry : Place and enter orders from customers (In-person and via phone).
- Accountability.
- Proactively manage your funnel.
- Maintain and exceed weekly / monthly sales goals.
- Provide reporting with actionable insights to drive growth.
- Generate quotes for existing customers and prospects in a timely manner.
- Monitor and manage customer A / R including collecting payments from customers.
- Stay updated on product features, benefits, and competitive advantages to effectively communicate value propositions to customers.
- Monitor, maintain, and increase profitability, overall, per customer, and per item.
- Delivery : Ensure alignment of customer needs and expectations with truck delivery day(s) and stipulations.
- Collaborate with internal teams regarding market pricing, pricing issues, customer purchasing trends, and changes in usage.
- You must be able and excited to cover a large sales territory that is mostly Illinois and attend periodic in-person sales meetings in Bolingbrook, IL.
Qualifications :
- Must have a proven history of successful B2B sales in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills are essential, especially when dealing with restaurant owners and chefs.
- Ability to excel in a target-driven atmosphere is crucial.
- Experience with territory management, prospecting, and CRM tools is advantageous.
About Company
Zepole Supply Co. is a leading food service equipment and supply distributor headquartered in Bolingbrook, IL, and operates a branch in St.
Cloud, MN. We are family owned and operated since 1982. Our success stems from a strong work ethic and people-centric values that define our culture.
These core values include :
- Integrity : Doing the right thing
- Accountability : Do what you say
- Excellence : Going above and beyond
- Continuous Improvement : Always be growing