About the Role:
The Sales Representative will play a pivotal role in driving revenue growth by effectively managing and expanding sales within assigned territories across the United States. This position requires developing strong relationships with key accounts and identifying new business opportunities to meet and exceed sales quotas. The successful candidate will be responsible for direct sales activities, including prospecting, presenting products or services, negotiating contracts, and closing deals. Additionally, the role involves collaborating with internal teams to ensure customer satisfaction and seamless delivery of solutions. Ultimately, the Sales Representative will contribute to the company’s market presence and long-term success by consistently achieving top sales performance.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Proven sales experience with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas.
- Demonstrated ability to manage sales territories and key accounts effectively.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Experience in direct sales and customer relationship management.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in international sales or working with global clients.
- Familiarity with CRM software and sales analytics tools.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
- Ability to travel as needed to meet clients and attend industry events.
- Knowledge of the specific industry or product line relevant to the company.
Responsibilities:
- Manage and grow sales volume within assigned sales territories by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key accounts to ensure customer retention and satisfaction.
- Meet or exceed established sales quotas through effective direct sales strategies and negotiation.
- Conduct product presentations and demonstrations tailored to client needs and industry requirements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including marketing, customer service, and logistics to support sales initiatives and resolve client issues.
- Track sales activities and report on sales performance metrics regularly to management.
- Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and market conditions to adapt sales approaches accordingly.
- Participate in trade shows, conferences, and networking events to promote the company’s products and services.
Skills:
The required skills such as managing sales volume, territories, and quotas are essential for organizing daily sales activities and prioritizing efforts to maximize revenue. Key account management skills enable the representative to build and sustain long-term client relationships, ensuring repeat business and customer loyalty. Direct sales experience is critical for effectively presenting products, negotiating terms, and closing deals in a competitive environment. International sales knowledge, while preferred, enhances the ability to navigate cross-cultural negotiations and expand the company’s reach beyond domestic markets. Together, these skills empower the Sales Representative to operate strategically and tactically, driving consistent sales success and contributing to overall business growth.
Skills Required
- Proven sales experience with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas
- Ability to manage sales territories and key accounts effectively
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Experience in direct sales and customer relationship management
- Legal authorization to work in the United States
- Experience in international sales or working with global clients
- Familiarity with CRM software and sales analytics tools
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field
- Ability to travel as needed to meet clients and attend industry events
- Knowledge of the specific industry or product line relevant to the company
What We Do
The Citarella Story Established in New York City in 1912, Citarella continues to be a family-run business, celebrating more than 100 years of culinary history. Led by owner, Joe Guerrera's passion for superior quality, we have grown from a respected NYC seafood shop into a gourmet market hotspot. You can find our markets in Manhattan, the Hamptons, and Greenwich, Connecticut. Our dazzling selection of products includes the highest-quality prime, dry-aged meats; a carefully curated selection of fresh produce; chef-prepared foods and pastries made from scratch every day; artisanal cheeses; cured meats; smoked fish; and an exceptional collection of our own Citarella-brand olive oils, vinegars, pastas, sauces, and chocolates. We stay true to our roots by continuing to offer the most incredible variety of the freshest seafood available. Visit us at one of our 7 locations, and our wine shop (in Greenwich, CT), or shop online at www.citarella.com. The Citarella Family







