Seafood Sales Specialist

About the role

We are seeking a passionate and motivated Seafood Sales Specialist to join our dynamic team. This role is responsible for promoting and selling a variety of seafood products to our customers, building strong relationships with new and existing clients, and achieving sales targets.

Key responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and repeat business.
• Provide expert advice on seafood selection, preparation, and sustainability to customers.
• Respond to inquiries, provide product recommendations, and close sales efficiently.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of the full range of seafood products offered, including sourcing, seasonal availability, quality standards, and culinary applications.
• Stay up to date on industry trends, market pricing, and competitor offerings to effectively position products in the marketplace.
• Demonstrate the unique selling points of products, such as sustainability, freshness, and quality, to customers.
• Track sales activities and progress, reporting to management on performance and customer feedback.
• Prepare regular sales forecasts and reports on product sales, inventory levels, and customer trends.

Required profile

• Proven experience in sales, preferably in the food industry or seafood sector.
• Strong knowledge of seafood products, including types of fish, shellfish, and crustaceans.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaborate in a team‑oriented environment.
• Self‑motivated and goal‑driven with a strong commitment to customer satisfaction.
• Familiarity with CRM software and basic sales tools.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• A passion for seafood and sustainability in the food industry is a plus.

Required skills

• CRM software
• Basic sales tools

What we offer

• Paid vacations and paid holidays
• Health, dental and medical benefits
• Weekly pay
• Life insurance
• 5% above cost for high‑quality food products
• Employee discounts for travel and events
• 401k
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan