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Key Responsibilities:
Business Development Support
• Partner closely with Business Development & Sales to advance strategic growth initiatives across all business channels (Retail, Foodservice, Wholesale, Club).
• Conduct market and commodity research, including pricing trends, seasonal shifts, and competitive activity.
• Prepare customer-ready materials: sales decks, product specs, pricing sheets, program proposals, and follow-up communications.
• Maintain CRM accuracy, track pipeline activity, and ensure timely movement of leads and opportunities.
• Coordinate with operations, procurement, and logistics to support new customer onboarding and program launches.
Daily Sales Execution
• Serve as a reliable point of contact for customers, ensuring timely responses on pricing, availability & order status.
• Manage order entry, confirm product specs, verify inventory, and coordinate with shipping to ensure otif.
• Monitor daily sales activity, identify potential shortages or quality issues, and escalate proactively.
• Support account managers with reporting, customer updates, and administrative follow-through.
• Maintain accurate records of customer requirements, pack styles, specs, and service expectations.
Produce-Specific Operational Excellence
• Track commodity markets, weather impacts, and supply fluctuations to support proactive customer insights.
• Assist with forecasting, weekly sales reports, and program performance reviews.
• Coordinate cross-functional communication between growers, packing houses, and distribution centers.
• Support seasonal programs, promotional opportunities, and specialty item introductions.
• Collaborate with internal FSQA team to ensure product specs, traceability and all applicable details are up to date.
Qualifications
• Fluent in English and Spanish.
• 2–4 years of experience in fresh produce sales, customer service, procurement, or sales support (preferred).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build trust with customers, growers, and internal teams.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through.
• Proficient in CRM systems, Excel/Sheets, and general sales tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership.
Success Profile
The person who excels in this role is:
• Someone who anticipates needs, solves problems early, and keeps the business engine running smoothly.
• Calm under pressure and comfortable with the pace and unpredictability of fresh produce.
• A natural relationship-builder who communicates clearly and professionally.
• A detail-driven operator who keeps orders, pricing, and customer needs aligned.
• A team-first contributor who supports both strategic initiatives and daily execution with equal energy.
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