Bilingual Sales Associate
Brooklyn, NY
Full Time
Mid Level
We are P&A Produce, a leading wholesale distributor of fresh fruits and vegetables serving retail and wholesale buyers across the region. We need a driven bilingual sales representative who can find new accounts, close deals, and grow a book of business.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Sales and business development
Product expertise
Order operations
REQUIREMENTS
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Sales and business development
- Prospect and close new retail and wholesale produce accounts
- Negotiate pricing and deal terms based on volume and market conditions
- Prepare quotes and close deals with urgency and professionalism
- Track sales performance data and refine strategy
- Attend industry events and network for new business opportunities
- Serve as the primary contact for your accounts — responsive and reliable
- Grow existing accounts through upsell and expansion
- Resolve customer issues quickly and professionally
- Advise customers on product characteristics, seasonality, and handling
Product expertise
- Develop expert knowledge of fresh produce: varieties, seasonality, nutrition, storage
- Stay current on produce industry trends and food safety regulations
Order operations
- Process customer orders accurately using our order management system
- Maintain organized account records
- Follow safety and sanitation standards
REQUIREMENTS
- Bilingual: fluent in Spanish and English, written and spoken
- 3+ years of proven sales experience; food and beverage industry preferred
- Track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage multiple accounts
- Proficient in Microsoft Office; order management software experience a plus
- Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- Base salary: $50,000 to $65,000, based on experience
- Performance bonuses — your results drive your earnings
- Medical insurance
- 10 days paid time off
- Clear career growth path at a growing distributor
- On-site role at Brooklyn Terminal Market
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