The Swan Food Company
Operator Sales Representative – Central/West Illinois & Chicago Suburbs
At
CJ Schwan’s , we don’t just make food — we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice, to students laughing over dumplings in a cafeteria, to families enjoying pie during the holidays, our team members play an important role in bringing those everyday moments to life. Our portfolio includes iconic pizzas, global flavors and timeless desserts from brands like
Red Baron®, bibigo®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Freschetta®, Pagoda®, Edwards® and Mrs. Smith’s ®. Enjoyed in homes, schools, restaurants and just about everywhere people shop and eat, our products reflect a commitment to quality, innovation and the power of food to bring people together.
We are hiring an early career
Operator (Customer) Sales Representative
who will be responsible for driving incremental volume growth and sustaining existing volume in foodservice accounts in the central/western region of Illinois, as well as the Chicago suburbs. Work from home office in the south/west Chicagoland area such as Naperville, Aurora, or Joliet. If you are a go-getter, enjoy getting in front of customers and love eating and being around food this is your dream job!
Responsibilities:
Maximize Commercial and Non-Commercial sales (Healthcare, College & University, Recreation, Business & Industry, and K-12 Schools foodservice operators/Bids) for approximately 60+ accounts in assigned territory by effectively penetrating accounts, driving contract compliance, and increasing sales
Collaborate with Regional Sales Manager and Territory Sales Reps within the designated zone to coordinate sales activities at the customer account level
Develop operator business plans in conjunction with market plans
Support and executes product presentations and demonstrations in commercial foodservice kitchens
Attend Sales Meetings, Training Sessions, Food Shows, and industry events to network with prospective accounts
Ensure accurate operator sales activity is recorded via centralized reporting system, Salesforce.com
Follow sales process that includes gathering information, uncovering needs, presenting features and benefits, providing solutions, and closing sale with focus on approximately 60+ assigned operators
Travel required in assigned territory at least four days per week
Support distributor and operator events in the surrounding area
Overnight Travel
is up to 20% in assigned market area.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or Culinary Arts degree and 1 year of experience including internships in the food service industry
Preferred Qualifications:
Foodservice sales experience
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CJ Schwan’s , we don’t just make food — we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice, to students laughing over dumplings in a cafeteria, to families enjoying pie during the holidays, our team members play an important role in bringing those everyday moments to life. Our portfolio includes iconic pizzas, global flavors and timeless desserts from brands like
Red Baron®, bibigo®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Freschetta®, Pagoda®, Edwards® and Mrs. Smith’s ®. Enjoyed in homes, schools, restaurants and just about everywhere people shop and eat, our products reflect a commitment to quality, innovation and the power of food to bring people together.
We are hiring an early career
Operator (Customer) Sales Representative
who will be responsible for driving incremental volume growth and sustaining existing volume in foodservice accounts in the central/western region of Illinois, as well as the Chicago suburbs. Work from home office in the south/west Chicagoland area such as Naperville, Aurora, or Joliet. If you are a go-getter, enjoy getting in front of customers and love eating and being around food this is your dream job!
Responsibilities:
Maximize Commercial and Non-Commercial sales (Healthcare, College & University, Recreation, Business & Industry, and K-12 Schools foodservice operators/Bids) for approximately 60+ accounts in assigned territory by effectively penetrating accounts, driving contract compliance, and increasing sales
Collaborate with Regional Sales Manager and Territory Sales Reps within the designated zone to coordinate sales activities at the customer account level
Develop operator business plans in conjunction with market plans
Support and executes product presentations and demonstrations in commercial foodservice kitchens
Attend Sales Meetings, Training Sessions, Food Shows, and industry events to network with prospective accounts
Ensure accurate operator sales activity is recorded via centralized reporting system, Salesforce.com
Follow sales process that includes gathering information, uncovering needs, presenting features and benefits, providing solutions, and closing sale with focus on approximately 60+ assigned operators
Travel required in assigned territory at least four days per week
Support distributor and operator events in the surrounding area
Overnight Travel
is up to 20% in assigned market area.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or Culinary Arts degree and 1 year of experience including internships in the food service industry
Preferred Qualifications:
Foodservice sales experience
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