Outside Sales Representative - Restaurant Equipment and Supplies

Position Summary : CKEPUSA, a division of Arizona Restaurant Supply, Inc., is seeking an experienced food service equipment and supplies Sales Representative for the public sector market to include K - 12 schools, municipalities, universities, etc in the New Mexico / West Texas region. This salesperson will also be responsible for high profile accounts in the private sector such as casinos, healthcare, resorts, etc. The Sales Representative is responsible for developing new territory business, achieving territory goals, and providing excellent customer service in addition to the following :

Essential Job : Functions :

• Meet territory sales goals using relationship building, cold calls and referrals.
• Develop a territory sales plan and strategy to meet objectives.
• Present a professional image to the customer.
• Provide excellent customer service through responsiveness, quality, and product knowledge.
• Participate in training to develop expertise in food service products and services.
• Attend conferences and trade shows, as required. Travel may be required.

Competencies :

Minimum Job Requirements :

Required Skills : Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Well organized, accurate, and attentive to detail.  Demonstrated success in developing new customers and territories. Must be able to procure state requirement authorizations for access to school properties (fingerprint clearance).

Position type / expected work hours :

This is an exempt, salaried position with commission. Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8AM - 5PM. This position offers eligibility for health benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, supplemental insurance and 401(k) matching along with paid holidays, vacation, and sick time. This position will require the salesperson to be officed at home. The territory is the State of New Mexico and El Paso, TX.

About Arizona Restaurant Supply, Inc :

Arizona Restaurant Supply is a full-service supplier to the hospitality industry : restaurants, hotels, schools, and institutions for restaurant supplies, kitchen equipment, and dining supplies. For over thirty years we have served the food service industry with courteous, friendly service. Our continually growing base of loyal, satisfied customers has enjoyed our expanded list of services and restaurant equipment products, and we work every day to continue improving our offerings. In addition to restaurant supplies, ARS does commercial kitchen design and has leasing programs for dish machines and ice makers available. We also offer monthly chemical services for all of your kitchen and janitorial needs.