Specialty Sales Representative

Come join a growing team!FOODMatch is searching for a Sales Representative- Specialty Retail to join our Sales team.FOODMatch is a producer and importer of Mediterranean specialty foods with a focus on olives, antipasti, and ingredients. Founded in 1996, FOODMatch is a producer and importer of Mediterranean specialty foods with a distinct expertise in traditionally and responsibly crafted olives, antipasti, spreads, sauces, and ingredients. FOODMatch plays an integral role in ensuring the quality of our products. The FOODMatch difference begins in the fields and groves. We are vertically integrated with our partners to ensure that each step along the production chain is completed to meticulous standards: from irrigation and pruning, to harvesting, sorting and stuffing by hand, to expertly curing and preserving, we ensure each ingredient delivers its natural flavor, color, and texture. Simply put, no detail is spared.Through the hands of our growers we create great tasting, responsibly produced, authentic foods that nurture community and enhance your quality of life.Job DescriptionThe ideal candidate is responsible for managing specific accounts within designated territory. Responsibilities include maximizing existing business with current customers as well as the development of new accounts in the Specialty Retail segments. Accountable for profitable sales growth, allotted budget maintenance, new product placements, and promotional activitiesEssential FunctionsMaximize existing business with current customers as well as develop new accounts focused on the segments of Specialty Retail. Introduce customers to new products and marketing campaigns. Present plans to manager on initiatives to grow sales - i.e., ads, spiffs, demos, OI's, Bill Backs. Conduct ongoing business planning reviews. Responsible for securing quarterly Distributor sales reports.Work closely with key distributors to maximize their distribution capabilities as well as manage the overall cost of doing business with these key partners.Work directly with Distributor reps and Broker network when applicable and provide trainings and customer ride withs.Regularly present new items to customer base. Manage overall sample spend by territory.Work with manager for approval to develop and personalize sell sheets specific to Distributors in your region.Maintain expert level of product knowledge.Participation in regional and national food shows including coordination of deadlines and requirements with food show coordinator.Background RequirementsBachelor's Degree in business or related field3+ years of experience in salesExisting relationships within the specialty food sales field in the regionTrack record of success in identifying, cultivating and closing dealsProven sales/business development successQualificationsStrong sales skills and product knowledgeExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent interpersonal skillsProactive, strategic thinkerWillingness to take initiativeCompetitive, driven to be the bestDifference MakerAccountable, holds oneself to high standardsPossesses a strong sense of urgency to accomplish goals and objectiveSpecialty Retail Channel SegmentsDeli/Specialty Departments (to include olive/antipasti bars, pack out, deli cups, pouches, crackers & sweet spreads)Prepared Foods Departments (to include foodservice pack products such as tomatoes, olives, peppers, oils, etc.)Meat, Seafood & Bakery Departments (to include specialty retail and foodservice pack products)Location/Travel RequirementsThis role requires moderate to significant travel, up to 80%Territories covered: Bay Area to South MontereyFOODMatch offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive compensation based on experience. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Created: 2026-05-13