Job Description

A well-established produce distributor/exporter with excellent quality product has an immediate need for an Export Sales professional who is currently working with the Caribbean market.

This role will develop the Caribbean markets for the company. Experience in dealing with these markets, as well as working through the export process is desired.

Position Responsibilities Include

• Account development and management with customers in the Caribbean. Strong understanding of the nuances of these markets, quality preferences, payment, etc.
• Negotiating and writing export orders. Experience working through customs and all necessary paperwork for these markets.
• Maintaining consistent communication with all customers to manage market conditions, pricing, and quality components.
• Working with sales management on pricing and inventory to meet daily and seasonal sales expectations.
• Travel to visit customers, periodic visits to trade shows and possibly to production areas.
• Multi-task and conduct business in a fast-paced environment where teamwork is emphasized.
• Small amount of short sales and buying.

Additional Desired Experience Includes

• Strong background in exporting produce and working with Caribbean customers.
• Working within various market conditions, supply availability, quality levels.
• Working closely with Inspection / QA / QC personnel, cold storage & facilities personnel, logistics and shipping.
• Making sound shipping and sales decisions with management under various volume and quality variables.

Additional Requirements Include

• Ability to use Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• College degree (B.A., B.S.) in related fields of study or equivalent preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish speaking is mandatory.
• Commodity / Category Management experience can also be helpful.

Compensation: DOE, Medical Benefits, Bonus

Please contact Jennifer Mazza, jennifer@producecareers.com