Field Sales Representative - Lowell, MA

Purpose: Partner with assigned customers to ensure they have the right products at the right time in the right placement. Job Responsibilities: · Order products that aligns with the needs of the customer. · Responsible for effectively displaying store products. · Responsible for maintaining effective business relationships with customers. · Responsible for daily travel to customer locations. · Responsible for arriving promptly at customer locations on assigned route for service. · Responsible for rotating stock and removing out of code product. · Process merchandise returns and issue credits according to company policy. · Ensure the neat and orderly appearance of UNFI products. · Responsible for product and/or delivery notification to customers. · Assist in hanging shelf tags and promotional POS/POP materials and resets. · Sell promotional and sales programs as assigned. · Perform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for location. · Follow through on customer product requests. · Keep management informed of area activities and of any significant concerns. · Attend meetings as required. · Provides backup for other field sales representatives when needed. · Performs other duties as assigned. Job Requirements: Education/Certification: · Valid driver's license necessary · Auto insurance levels that meet UNFI requirements Experience: · Prior customer service experience in a retail setting · System Implementation preferred Skills/Abilities: · Excellent customer service skills · Good communication skills · Time management skills and attention to detail · Basic math abilities · Ability to work independently · Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available. Physical Demands: · Daily travel is required and access to a vehicle is necessary · Ability to get in and out of car multiple times per day · Drive to and from accounts safely in city, rural and expressway conditions · Ability to set up displays, fixtures, shelving and products · Able to tolerate exposure to store and warehouse conditions including wide variances in temperature, dust and dirt · Ability to lift up to 40 lbs

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