Sales Associates

Job Title: Sales Associate for Wausau, Wisconsin, and the area around it, to build and maintain accounts.

About Us:

V. Marchese Inc. is a leading supplier of fresh produce, dairy, eggs, spices, and specialty items based in Wisconsin, dedicated to delivering high-quality products tailored to our customers' specific needs. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction drives our collaborative work environment, where hard work and dedication are recognized and rewarded. Our products serve a diverse clientele, including restaurants, country clubs, schools, hospitals, and nursing homes.

Responsibilities:

Sales Presentation: Present and promote our fresh-cut produce and services to both potential and existing customers.

Client Engagement: Identify and engage with potential customers to expand our client base effectively.

Target Achievement: Meet and exceed sales targets within specified deadlines to drive revenue and margin growth.

Customer Resolution: Address and resolve customer complaints and queries promptly and efficiently to ensure satisfaction.

Follow-Up: Schedule follow-up appointments to keep customers informed about new products, promotions, and services.

Material Distribution: Distribute sales materials and product information to prospective and current clients to enhance product visibility.

Qualifications:

Experience: 1-2 years of outside sales experience. (But willing to train the right person)

Attitude: A get-it-done and want to prove themselves.

CRM Knowledge: Familiarity with CRM platforms and sales tracking tools to manage customer relationships effectively.

Relationship Building: Strong ability to develop and maintain lasting relationships with clients.

Negotiation Skills: Excellent negotiation skills with a keen attention to detail.

Industry Experience: Experience in corporate sales is required. Food experience is preferred

Existing Network: A solid book of business targeting high-volume customers, with no non-compete restrictions.

Education:

A high school diploma or GED is required; a 2- or 4-year degree in business management, supply chain management, or a related field is preferred.

Skills/Certification Requirements:

A valid WI or IL Class D Driver’s License is required.

Why Join Us?

At V. Marchese Inc. you will be part of a dynamic team that values growth, innovation, and collaboration. We offer a supportive work environment where your efforts contribute to our collective success. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for sales and the food industry, we invite you to apply and help us deliver fresh produce solutions to our valued customers.

V. Marchese is a family-owned company providing fresh produce, dairy, and spices to restaurateurs and culinary professionals throughout the Midwest.

Our humble origins take us back to 1934, when our namesake Vito Marchese, fondly known as the “banana man,” delivered fruits and vegetables from his hand-painted truck.

From gardens and farms to your kitchen, you can bet that our produce, dairy, and spices are the freshest of the fresh! Our intensive food safety procedures and certifications keep our facilities clean, safe, and exceeding industry standards.

Some things never change, like our commitment to quality in both our goods and our services. Nothing appeals to us more than the opportunity to show you how much we appreciate your business. Everyone in the V. Marchese family is happy to go the extra mile to ensure you have everything you need. We even share menu recommendations! Because at the beginning, middle, and end of the day, we’re produce people. But we’re also people people.