Job Summary
The Field Marketing Representative with The Restaurant Store is responsible for communicating the advantages of shopping with TRS in a clean and concise manner across the local market area. The Field Marketing Representative will achieve a variety of operational goals through effective field marketing and advertising strategies that align with the goals of our sales and marketing teams. The employee for this position will work in and around the Wilmington, DE areas supporting our Wilmington branch of The Restaurant Store, located at 705 Morehouse Dr in New Castle. Areas of focus also include- Northeastern Maryland, Southern New Jersey, Southeastern Pennsylvania, and all of Delaware. This is a salaried role with the ability to work towards a performance based bonus plan.
Job Location
705 Morehouse Drive, New Castle, DE 19720
We only accept W-2 candidates, H-1B sponsorship is not available.
Responsibilities
- Travel to and call on businesses in the local market area to increase sales with existing customers and develop new relationships with prospective customers
- Develop and maintain knowledge of products offered in-store and the gross profit associated with private label products
- Communicate with Sales team to ensure follow-through on sales leads generated Field Marketing team
- Communicate pertinent information to TRS Marketing/Data Departments through established reporting methods
- Plan, organize, and execute specific sales and marketing programs under the direction of the Sales Manager
- Research and communicate competitor information to sales and inventory teams within the local branch by providing relevant competitor invoices and identify current vendors of prospective customers
- Ability to navigate TRS.com quickly and effectively to assist customers with establishing online accounts and quick pick lists
Physical Requirements
- Work is performed while standing and/or walking, up to and including 9 hours/day.
- Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.
- Requires the regular use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
- Requires regular bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching.
- Requires the ability to regularly lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights, up to 50lbs.
Qualifications
Experience
- Must possess reliable transportation and maintain a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong Office 365 and iOS skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain technical and complex concepts in a simple and concise way to ensure ease of understanding
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to quickly adapt as business needs change; ability to address difficult situations with diplomacy and emotional intelligence
- Service leadership approach with a demonstrated desire to exceed expectations
Education
- This role does not require a degree. We value relevant skills and experience and alignment with our core values above all else.
Desired Traits & Skills
- Value the importance of customer service and efficient communication
- Embodies Enlightened Hospitality and Emotional Intelligence
- Willing to learn, grow and overcome challenges
- Maintain a high level of drive and determination