Now Hiring - Sigma Alimentos, S.A. de C.V. - Manufacturing Pre-Sales Representative in Minneapolis, MN

Full description of the position

We are growing!

Come join our amazing family at Sigma! We believe in truly taking care of our associates so they feel empowered to be their best selves at work. You are not just applying for a job, this is the start of a new career with a fast-growing, healthy, and innovative global food organization. Ready for your next opportunity? Come join our table!

POSITION SUMMARY

Provide high quality customer service and strong customer relationships; service designated customers to meet or exceed sales objectives, follow product rotation and maintain accurate inventories of sold products to ensure customer satisfaction

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Schedule regular in-store appointments to increase product sales, including but not limited to, negotiating new product placement, specials, increased shelf space and increased volume.
• Complete order process and scheduling; ensure order is placed properly and customer commitments are communicated timely and accurately; ensure product flow and service levels meet or exceed customer contract and/or expectations; troubleshoot and resolve customer issues.
• Coordinate and set up advertising and in-store promotions in collaboration with management.
• Obtain proper authorization and signatures from customers for promotional agreements.
• Maintain store shelf standards and inventory through various merchandising strategies, including but not limited to rotation of products; ensure pricing matches current promotions
• Coordinate with management to schedule in-store brand representatives to sell/promote products.
• Provide feedback to Sales Management regarding quality of service and deliveries.
• Troubleshoot and resolve inventory billing adjustments and reconciliation in collaboration with administration.
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Three (3) years’ of sales experience
• Fully fluent in Spanish and English.

License/Certifications

• N/A

Preferred Qualifications

• Food product or consumer packaged goods sales experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITITES (KSA’s)

• Fully fluent in Spanish and English
• Driver’s License which meets company requirements
• Personal vehicle which meets company standards for licensing and insurance.
• MVR which meets Sigma driving standards with review by Talent & Culture
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills, must be able to communicate effectively.
• Must demonstrate strong organizational, time management, and communication skills

ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS

• Able to work in a cold environment of approximately 34˚ F for prolonged periods of time.
• Able to travel up to 25% of the time to support remote sites, including overnight stays for up to 5 days at a time.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able to sit and drive for a full shift of at least 8 hours
• Able to stand for at least 4 hours
• Can repeatedly twist, turn, kneel, stoop, stand, rotate, bend, push, or pull to move 30 pounds.
• Able to repeatedly move a 75 pound load on a cart/hand-truck without assistance.
• Able to climb up/down, in/out of vehicle

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Sales: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• fluently Spanish and English (Required)

Work Location: On the road