Gpac is working with a growing award-winning food manufacturer in the Hardwick area of Vermont that is seeking an Inside Sales Associate.
This company has been in business for 35 years, dedicated to providing the highest quality products on the market and outstanding customer service.
In this role you would have the opportunity to manage the sales pipelines by generating leads, cold calling, and providing product demonstrations to convert prospects into paying customers.
Key Responsibilities:
•Lead generation: Identifying and qualifying potential customers through outbound calls, emails, and other online channels.
•Customer outreach: Contacting prospective clients to understand their needs and present relevant product solutions.
•Sales qualification: Assessing customer interest and determining their fit for the product or service.
•Product demonstrations: Providing detailedexplanations of product features and benefits via phone, online presentations, or video calls. Create tailored prospect & customer account presentations for new business opportunities.
•Sales pipeline management: Tracking sales opportunities through a CRM system and managing the sales process from initial contact to closing.
•Negotiation: Discussing pricing and terms with customers to reach mutually beneficial agreements.
•Closing sales: Effectively presenting proposals and overcoming objections to secure new business.
•Account management: Maintaining relationships with existing clients, addressing concerns, and identifying upselling opportunities.
•Market research: Staying updated on industry trends, competitor analysis, and new product developments.
•Maintain Customer Service Role: Answer incoming phone calls and assist with email or portal orders as needed. Align with Logistics coordinator in tracking shipments, assessing potential damage and subsequent customer follow-up.
Other Responsibilities
•Maintain and follow GMP's, Food safety, HACCP, and FDA requirements.
•Compliance with SOV's Safety, Food Safety, Quality systems, SOP's,GMP's and policies.
•Liaise with the Marketing department to ensure quality, accurate, and compliant marketing content.
•Liaise with the shipping department to ensure timely product deliveries to customers.
What’s in it for you:
They are interviewing to hire ASAP, if you are serious, please send your confidential resume to Rick at rick.spinner@gogpac.com
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
