We are excited to partner with our client, Fortune Fish & Gourmet, an industry leader in the gourmet food sector, to find talented professionals for the role of Sales Consultant for the New York City/Manhattan and North/Central Jersey territories. 

In this position, you will play a critical role in Fortune’s rapidly growing portfolio by contributing your expertise and skills to building strong and mutually profitable relationships with customers. You will be collaborating with a team that values competitiveness, an entrepreneurial mindset, and the highest levels of customer service. As a key contributor to the sales team, you will be responsible for driving sales through outstanding customer service and problem solving. 

This is a REMOTE position, with successful candidates in driving distance and familiarity with the assigned local territory (NYC/Manhattan or North/Central Jersey).

What you will do:

• Execute the sales process by implementing the following key steps; develop product knowledge, prospect, and approach new clients, engage clients in a needs assessment, present solutions, close the deal, and follow-up. 
• Travel extensively throughout assigned territory to meet current and prospective customers soliciting orders.
• Work with sales assistants, purchasing and operations teams to facilitate high levels of customer service.

What you will bring:

• Sales Experience: 2+ years of relevant experience in direct outside sales selling seafood products, fresh and frozen; other perishable food products and proteins preferred.
• Gourmet Food Experience: Past experience within the gourmet restaurant and hospitality industry as a chef, general manager, or sales professional.
• Passion for Hospitality: A passion for providing high-quality products, food experiences, and impeccable customer service.
• Cultural Fit: Alignment with Fortune’s values of competitiveness, an entrepreneurial mindset, and the highest levels of customer service.

Life at Fortune Fish & Gourmet:

At Fortune Fish & Gourmet, they are dedicated to creating an environment where every team member feels valued and empowered to succeed. They focus on elevating meals and lives by uniting unmatched product quality and selection with responsible sourcing, faithful stewardship, and unparalleled commitment to customers’ and team members’ success.