Outside Sales Representative

LHH is actively searching for an Outside Sales Representative to work with the top commercial blade sharpening and professional knives company and their 90,000+ customers, including some of the largest and most recognizable restaurants and grocery chains in the United States along with your local neighborhood businesses. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic and a desire to set themselves up for limitless success.

Enjoy a competitive base salary and a lucrative commission structure, with guaranteed commission during the initial four weeks of training.

Equipped with the tools for success, you'll receive:

Company-provided iPhone and iPad

Access to a company vehicle during work hours, with gas, insurance, and maintenance covered

Stocked inventory of blades and knives for setting up new accounts and providing samples

Benefit from our team's impressive 33% closing rate on trial follow-ups

Are you driven by targets and motivated to excel? Do you thrive in restaurant or commercial kitchen environments, with experience in FMCGs? Are you skilled in building and maintaining sales funnels, with impeccable time management and decision-making abilities? If you enjoy face-to-face interactions, cold calling, and networking, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct a minimum of 15 in-person sales contacts daily, totaling 60 each week

Leave a minimum of 8 knife trials with potential customers weekly

Acquire at least 6 new customers weekly through various prospecting methods

Maintain accurate records in Salesforce and inventory of sales knives

Collaborate effectively with service and support teams

Ensure safety compliance in all aspects of duties, including knife handling and vehicle operation

Maintain company vehicle for work purposes only

Qualifications:

Exposure or experience in the food service industry

Successful track record in outside business development

Familiarity with CRM systems, preferably Salesforce

Motivated and target-driven with excellent communication skills

Open to coaching and feedback

Valid driver’s license and ability to meet safety requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks as needed

Bilingual in English and Spanish is advantageous but not required

Benefits:

Competitive $50,000 annual salary with uncapped commission potential (Typical OTE is $86k-$92K)

Employer-matched 401(k)

Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Two weeks of paid time off

Opportunities for career advancement and development