Business Development/Sales

Company: Seafood Wholesalers
Location: Houston
Posted on: April 18, 2024

Job Description:

Our CompanyHere at Seafood Wholesalers, our team is dedicated to meeting your needs. Since 2001, Seafood Wholesalers has worked as a seafood partner for many local, regional and national restaurants and industry professionals. Throughout that time, we've personally engaged with each unit to learned how we can better serve them. From menu planning, management transitions, lowering daily food cost or preparing for upcoming catering events, our knowledgeable sales team is with your units every step of the way. Our team has a combined 100+ years in the seafood industry and has a vast knowledge of this industry s every facet.Job descriptionHouston Seafood Co is an established international supply chain company, and is looking for forward thinking, qualified customer support and business development individuals who can join our team.If you have a minimum of 3 years background in the seafood industry, we are interested in talking to you.You must have experience working with either major retailers, broad line distributors or multi-unit end user chain accounts with an expertise in either business development, or supply chain management with a proven track record.Our ideal candidate is someone self-motivated, driven, able to multi-task and think strategically, and able to execute a laid-out plan for meeting goals and objectives. A college degree is helpful but not necessary with the right experience.We warehouse and distribute seafood products in the United States and serve most major retailers and broad line distribution companies around the country. We carry over 2000 SKU at any given time, and operate within a value system of business ethics, sustainability, and social responsibility.Work Schedule:This position will be based in Houston, we may consider individuals with strong sales and seafood background to work from a home office.There may be travel required as needed as well as trips to trade shows and industry functions.ResponsibilitiesIdentify partnership opportunitiesDevelop new relationships to grow business and open new accountsMaintain existing business with current customersThink critically when planning to ensure project successManage a profitable business portfolioQualificationsBachelor's degree or equivalent experienceExcellent seafood and supply chain knowledgeWorking knowledge of distribution
retail and foodservice customers, processors, brokers and other distributors of products.Proficient in developing and delivering presentations to customers and other decision makers.3 years prior industry related business development experience workingStrong communication and interpersonal skillsProven knowledge and execution of successful development strategiesFocused and goal-orientedCreative and practical problem solving abilitiesExperienced with MS Office Suite, general accounting and excellent organizational skillsJob Type: Full-timePay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per yearBenefits:Dental insuranceHealth insuranceSchedule:Day shiftSupplemental pay types:Bonus opportunitiesCommission payExperience:Food industry: 2 years (Required)Business development: 2 years (Required)Ability to Relocate:Houston, TX 77057: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In person

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