Bilingual Sales Representative – Latin Food Distribution

Location: Newburgh & Poughkeepsie Job Type: Full-Time Pay: Up to $70,000 per year, based on experience and performance Language: Bilingual English/Spanish required Job Description A growing Latin food distribution company is looking for a motivated and bilingual Sales Representative to support and grow its customer base in the Newburgh & Poughkeepsie market . The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, customer-focused, and comfortable working in the field with supermarkets, grocery stores, restaurants, independent retailers, and other food-related businesses. Key Responsibilities Manage and grow existing customer accounts within the assigned territory. Visit customers on a recurring basis to maintain relationships, review inventory, take orders, and identify new sales opportunities. Develop new business opportunities in the Newburgh & Poughkeepsie market. Present and sell food products, promotions, and new product lines. Take and process customer orders using company tools, phone, tablet, or sales system. Follow up with customers regarding orders, product availability, pricing, promotions, and account needs. Support product placement, displays, shelving, racks, and merchandising opportunities. Increase product visibility and strengthen brand presence inside customer locations. Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs. Work closely with the sales, warehouse, and delivery teams to ensure customer satisfaction. Assist with resolving customer concerns, order issues, or delivery discrepancies. Meet sales goals and help expand the company’s presence in the territory. Requirements Bilingual English/Spanish required. Previous sales experience required. Experience in food distribution, grocery, supermarket, CPG, or ethnic food products preferred. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Ability to manage recurring customer visits and maintain consistent follow-up. Comfortable working independently and managing a sales territory. Comfortable visiting customers in the field. Organized, reliable, and goal-oriented. Comfortable using a phone, tablet, or sales system to enter orders and manage accounts. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required. Must be authorized to work in the United States. Preferred Qualifications Experience selling to supermarkets, grocery stores, bodegas, restaurants, or independent retailers. Knowledge of Latin American, Hispanic, or ethnic food products. Existing relationships in the Newburgh & Poughkeepsie market are a plus. Experience with merchandising, promotions, displays, or brand visibility. Experience managing recurring accounts, weekly routes, or customer visit schedules. Compensation Up to $70,000 per year , based on experience and performance. Compensation may include base pay, commission, or performance incentives depending on experience. Schedule Full-time position. Field-based role. Schedule may vary depending on customer visits, route planning, and business needs. Requires regular recurring visits to assigned customers and active territory management. Pay: Up to $70,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Experience: Distribution Sales: 2 years (Required) Language: Spanish (Required) License/Certification: driver’s license (Required) Willingness to travel: 25% (Required) Work Location: On the road

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