Sales Representative

Peachtree Foods, (www.peachtreefoods.com) is the standard in delivering the highest quality, most reliable and attentive service, while pioneering inventive breakfast experiences to the hospitality and foodservice industries—always aspiring to enhance our customers’ brand and delight guests around the world. Everything we do is Beyond Expected.

Our mission is built around three key points that inspire excellence in everything we do, and our commitment to that mission has driven us to become a leader in the hospitality and commercial foodservice space.

• To challenge the common breakfast.
• To create experiences with every new product we develop.
• To deliver what is beyond expected.

No matter a person’s role in our organization, Peachtree Foods puts its people first by providing a safe and engaging atmosphere where team members can grow professionally and personally.  As employees of Peachtree Foods, we’re driven by a unifying goal: to build a company that we’re proud to be a part of by continuing to be the best at what we do.  We always strive to hire the best employees and empower our team-members to be driven and enabled to succeed.

Position: Sales Representative.

Summary:  This position is primarily responsible for the market development and growth of our POPCAKE COMMERCIAL & ASHWOOD’S business through a combination of sales prospecting & sales presentations, proprietary equipment placement, customer training and follow-up account management.

Primary duties and responsibilities:

• From a qualified list of prospects, researching and identifying key opportunities, developing individual target accounts, establishing initial customer contacts, delivering over-the-phone and online sales presentations & product demonstrations with all key decision makers (Hotel General Managers, Executive chefs, F&B Directors, Purchasing managers etc.)
• Processing new sales opportunities through inbound lead follow-up, and through outbound calling to known and approved customers to grow our installed base of over 12,000 hotel, airline-lounge, and Foodservice accounts globally.
• Closing sales and placement of Free-on-loan (FOL) equipment, commissioning of the related equipment (Pancake machines, warmers, Jam dispensers, honey displays), and training chefs and F&B operators on how best to present and use our products.
• Close sales and achieve quarterly results in line with the Company’s annual sales quotas
• In a disciplined manner maintain all customer data and record relevant customer contact activity in the Company’s CRM.
• Typical Customers: Marriott hotels, Hilton hotels, Choice hotels, Wyndham hotels, independent hotels & hotel management groups, Airline lounges, Education (Schools, Colleges), Casinos, Healthcare (Assisted living), and all suitable food service operators specifically specializing in the Buffet breakfast space.
• Networking within the Hotel, Hospitality, and Food & Beverage industries, proactively using LinkedIn to develop relationships, build networks and drive overall business development.

Education:

A four-year degree is “highly regarded” (not mandatory) however, an associate degree with 3-4 years of relative experience will also be favorably considered.

Experience:

• 3-5 years in industry related sales field is required
• Proven sales experience with a demonstrable track record of success.

Compensation: 

• $60,000 base salary, with the ability to earn $40,000+ paid commission
• Participation in the Company medical benefits plan.
• 401k eligibility after 90 days of service
• Annual PTO of two (2) weeks paid vacation, plus 5-6 additional days of PTO between Christmas and New Year’s each December

Computer Skills:

• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft 365 Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint a minimum)
• Proficient with web-based presentation tools.
• Experience with working with Salesforce.com, Zoho or similar CRM platforms

Other Requirements:

• On occasion, the ability to travel overnight for strategically important out-of-area sales calls or follow-up on existing accounts if needed.
• Strong and commanding phone presence
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize time efficiently & effectively.
  

At Peachtree Foods, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. We believe that a diverse team is a strong team, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Our commitment to inclusivity is woven into our company culture and values, ensuring that every member of the Peachtree Foods family has the opportunity to thrive.

 Qualified candidates only can submit resumes to:
 
PEACHTREE FOODS - North America