Sales Bakery Artisan

Puratos is an international group with a full range of innovative products and application expertise in the bakery, patisserie and chocolate sectors. Products and services are available in more than 100 countries around the world, and in many cases actually produced there by our subsidiaries. Clients are artisans, industry, retailers and food service.

Puratos Corporation, a leading international bakery ingredient manufacturer is looking for a Sales Professional within the New Jersey area. This person will sell Puratos products and third party products within their region of the Artisans Channel (Bakery, Patisserie and Chocolate) with the aim to be a preferred supplier of products to our industry. This position will work closely with the other employees in the Artisan sales division to create innovative programs, and will be based in various locations throughout the USA. This position is largely commission based, however, will immediately earn revenue from a current book of business. Average annual income is between $70-$140K with uncapped earning potential.

* Nurture / manage strong business partnerships with key customers to ensure existing business and create new business * Prospection: identify and develop new business opportunities with new customers * Develop new relationships with industry leaders to recognize future sales opportunities and promote Puratos to be a preferred supplier. * Inform RGM about competitors’ activities and product pricing.

* Bachelor’s degree in business or marketing is preferred * 3 to 5 years experience in direct selling in the commercial business (preferably in the Bakery Industry) with proven results in relationship building, negotiation skills, strategic insight and concept thinking. Must have the ability to influence, advise, and manage retail accounts. * An in-depth knowledge of Marketing & Sales to develop new concepts and ideas with a creative and goal oriented objective * Strong knowledge and exposure to the baking ingredients market and industry related businesses * Excellent social competencies, respect and understanding of diverse cultures and languages, for relationship building. * Knowledge of applicable software programs to communicate via email and develop activity memos, reports, and spreadsheets. * Keen understanding of financial issues relating to sales and profit. Must be able to analyze and solve problems with a financial perspective. * Excellent oral communication, written, and presentation skills. * Excellent project management and organization skills.