Regional Retail Sales Representative

NEEDED AT VILLAGE GOURMET: Regional Retail Sales Representative - Charcuterie Brands (Northeast Market)Join Village Gourmet and Help America Eat Better!Village Gourmet unites specialty producers of fine meats and snacks to deliver high-quality, time-honored recipes to consumers nationwide. Our brands-3 Little Pigs, Longhini Sausage, Fabrique Delices, Uncle Charley's Sausage, and Esposito's Sausage-are dedicated to crafting exceptional products with fresh ingredients and authentic flavors.We're searching for a dynamic Regional Retail Sales Representative to help grow our retail charcuterie presence across the Northeast. If you're passionate about gourmet food and thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused role, this could be your next big opportunity.Why Join Us?A Purpose-Driven Mission: Be part of a company that's shaping how America eats, with products you'll love to represent.Collaborative Culture: Work with a team that values bold ideas, reliability, and teamwork-it truly takes a Village!Travel & Adventure: Explore the vibrant Northeast market while building lasting relationships with retailers and distributors.What You'll DoAs our Regional Retail Sales Representative, you'll wear many hats, driving growth through strategic sales initiatives and strong customer relationships within your market region. Market Region: Northeastern USA (Metro NY, NY, MA, CT, NJ, VT, NH, D.C., PA)Key Roles You'll Play:Market Developer: Travel extensively across your territory, expanding business opportunities and nurturing existing accounts.Sales Strategist: Identify and secure new retail business, ensuring consistent growth and profitability.Product Advocate: Launch new products, train retailers on optimal placement, and enhance product visibility.Relationship Builder: Deliver impactful training sessions and maintain strong partnerships with distributors and munications Coordinator: Act as the go-to contact for customers, providing updates on new products, availability, and marketing resources.What Success Looks Like:Consistently exceeding sales targets.Successful product launches that maximize visibility and sales.High levels of retailer and distributor satisfaction through training and support.Strengthened customer loyalty through proactive and clear communication.What We're Looking For:Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field preferred.Experience: 5+ years in sales management (specialty food experience a plus).Tech Skills: Proficiency in CRM software, Microsoft Office, and PowerBi.Soft Skills: Strong communicator, problem-solver, and self-starter driven by results.Other Requirements: Reliable vehicle and willingness to travel extensively; mileage reimbursement provided.What to Expect:Travel: Extensive daily and occasional overnight travel within the Northeast.Physical Activity: Some lifting (up to 30 lbs) for promotional materials and product samples.Work Environment: A mix of remote work, client visits, and participation in industry events.The Details:Position Type: Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-5:30 PM.Travel Requirement: At least 4 daysweek in the field (with mileage reimbursement for use of personal vehicle); 1 dayweek pensation: Competitive Annual Base Salary: $85,000 - $100,000. Additional: Annual Bonus Program and Commission Plan.Ready to Grow With Us?Become part of a team where bold ideas and exceptional products make a real difference. Apply today and help bring the finest charcuterie to tables across the Northeast!Village Gourmet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Equal Opportunity EmployerProtected VeteransIndividuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Created: 2025-01-29