Charlie’s Produce - Who We Are:
Charlie's Produce is a privately owned wholesale produce company. We are the largest privately owned produce wholesaler on the West Coast, and we are growing. The secret to our success in this industry is PEOPLE! We strive to hire the best and we reward them with a working environment that fosters loyalty, stability, innovation, and growth. Charlie’s was founded in quality, and we are proud that it is still our focus.
With a team of dedicated people who are passionate about food, supply chain, and their community we are looking for like minded individuals to help further our goal to enhance our communities through quality produce.
What we offer:
An amazing company culture!Medical/Dental/Vision on the first of the month following hire.ESOP (Profit Sharing) and 401(k).Paid vacations, paid holidays.Pre-tax commuter benefits, and onsite parking.Coverage under State Sick Leave.100% Prepaid College Tuition for employees and their dependents.Employee assistance program (EAP). per hourAdditional Compensation Details:
$63,000 per year, depending on experience 10% CommissionYearly review with possibility of increase based on performance and tenure ResponsibilitiesRemote Position based in our Tuscon market, reporting to Phoenix Sales Manager.
Job Summary:
This position is responsible for coordinating the activities of produce sales to insure satisfactory sales and profits for the company. Addressing the needs and insuring the satisfaction of our customers. This includes assigned customers, as well as the accounts of other company salespersons.
Essential Duties and Responsibities (any combination of the following job duties):
Keeping abreast of market conditions and new itemsPricing strategies—developing price/order guides. Meeting all company and sales profit objectives Maintain a sound working knowledge of all markets and growing conditions. Make presentations of profitable programs to potential and existing customers. Notify and assist buyers, operations, and sales support persons by communicating customer's needs and preferences. Maintain effective, professional relationships with retailers, vendors, and fellow employees. Organize and help with special sales and promotions. Assist in departmental resets and grand openings when called upon. Participate in special projects deemed necessary to the operation and wellbeing of the company. Attend all sales meetings and appointments, (punctuality is necessary) Responsible for individual accounts sales and gross profits. Make sure all orders are submitted before scheduled cut-off times. Responsible for processing and turning in credit memos, responsibility forms and other job-related paperwork within the set time lines. Walk warehouse-checking product at least twice a day.Responsible for quality and food safety. Other duties as assigned. QualificationsDesired Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent preferred; HS/GED required.Must have extensive knowledge of food service and produce industry.Must have minimum of two (2) years sales experience selling food service products.Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. Strong verbal and written communication skills needed to communicate with all levels of management internally and externally.Ability to maintain a professional demeanor with your team, the public and other personnel while performing your duties.Ability to work independently and through others to drive results. Adaptability/Flexibility, with the ability to react quickly to changing requirements from internal and external conditions while maintaining good communication with all parties involved. Critical Thinking: Use of logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.Intermediate Computer Skills: Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel.Strong planning and organizational skills with attention to detail. Safe driving record and proof of insurance.Ability to work flexible hours and up to 90% travel.Hear from Charlie's Employees
Supplemental Information:
This is a safety-senstive position.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.
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Charlie's Produce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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