Do you have experience in negotiating and closing deals? Building business relationships? Are you a driven and results-oriented professional with a passion for business development and customer service? If so, we want you to join our team at Tradex Foods!
We are seeking multiple, driven, positive, focused Commodities and Food Service Sales Representativesto join our growing sales team.
In this role, you will be focused on servicing current clients as well as growing your portfolio, working with a variety of high-quality, global seafood commodities. Your expertise will help us promote and move our premium products across continents.
Key Responsibilities:
· Sell and promote global seafood commodities/foodservice, including both wild-caught and farmed finfish and groundfish.
· Manage and negotiate sales contracts taking care with each deal for accuracy ensuring satisfied customers.
· Build, maintain, and expand relationships with existing and new customers, ensuring a strong pipeline of sales opportunities.
· Provide accurate and informed information to ensure customer requirements are being met and provide exceptional customer service.
· Provide top-notch customer service by understanding and meeting client needs.
· The drive to immerse yourself into the seafood industry and understand fishing seasons, quotas, global demand and trends.
Requirements:
· Minimum 5 years of successful sales experience.
· Fluent in written and spoken English (any other languages an asset)
· Experience with commodities and foodservice sales, particularly in the seafood industry, is highly preferred.
· Proven experience closing deals, negotiating contracts and managing relationships driving revenue growth.
· Strong ability to cold call, network, and develop new business connections.
· Knowledge of the seafood industry is an asset, though not required.
· Ability to work at our Victoria office.
Additional Skills:
· Proficiency in Outlook, Gmail, Excel, and other common computer programs.
· Quick learner with good math skills and an understanding of pricing and commodities.
· Effective communication skills and the ability to engage with clients at all levels.
· Strong multitasking and problem-solving abilities.
· Ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
· Highly punctual, reliable, and a team player.
· Multilingual is a plus.
Tradex Foods is a leader in sourcing, processing, distributing, and marketing premium quality frozen seafood worldwide. We proudly supply over 40 million lbs per year to food service, supermarkets, and retailers, producing three exceptional house brands under the Sinbad name—Sinbad, Sinbad Gold, and Sinbad Platinum. We are an MSC Certified Supplier and an Ocean Wise Recommended Partner, achieving a 100% Sustainability Rating since 2020.
By joining Tradex Foods, you’ll be part of a team that values your expertise and offers a dynamic environment for your growth.
What We Offer:
· Dental care
· Extended health care
· On-site parking
· Paid time off
· Vision care
Job Type: Full-time
Additional pay:
· Bonus pay
Education:
· Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $75,000.00-$85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- How do you handle price negotiations in a volatile market?
- How do you identify and qualify potential buyers in new markets?
- What do you consider the key to sales success?
Experience:
- foodservice sales: 5 years (required)
Location:
- Victoria, BC V8X 4A3 (required)
Work Location: In person
