At Fresh Start Foods you'll find qualified professionals that stand out with their experience and understand that customers are at the centre of everything we do.
We are seeking individuals:
- Who are customer centric
- Who are able to deliver on their commitments
- Who value individual excellence and collective performance
- Who care and give back - sustainable agriculture, the environment, corporate citizenship
- Who go above and beyond to provide options for our customers
- Who understand the foodservice/hospitality/retail business and bring extensive knowledge and experience
Business Development / Outside Sales Representative – Toronto Territory
Summary/About the RoleFresh Start Foods is hiring a Full-Time, Permanent Outside Sales Representative to drive business development and market penetration across the Toronto territory. This role is perfect for a "hunter" who thrives on lead generation, client relationship management, and closing new accounts. You will work remotely within your territory, with twice-weekly visits to our Milton, ON office.
Key Responsibilities/What You Will DoDrive Sales Growth: Proactively identify, prospect, and close new B2B sales opportunities to exceed monthly and annual revenue targets.
Strategic Account Management: Create and execute a robust sales strategy and business plan for your assigned territory to ensure long-term growth.
Market Penetration: Develop action plans to break into new market segments and secure high-potential foodservice accounts.
Client Relationship Building: Act as a dedicated Account Manager, nurturing relationships to ensure exceptional customer satisfaction and retention.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Operations and Product Development teams to provide tailored solutions and superior service to your clients.
Sales Presentations: Confidently represent Fresh Start Foods, delivering compelling pitches to key stakeholders and decision-makers.
Location: Must currently reside in Downtown Toronto. This is essential for territory responsiveness and local market expertise.
Proven Sales Success: 3+ years of experience in direct sales, outside sales, or account management with a track record of exceeding quotas.
Hunter Mentality: A results-driven professional with a relentless drive to secure new business and close deals effectively.
Exceptional Negotiation Skills: Expert at navigating complex contracts and high-level negotiations with diplomacy and persuasion.
Technical Proficiency: Comfortable using Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides) and CRM tools to track sales activity and present results.
Industry Experience: Experience in the Foodservice or Hospitality industry is highly preferred.
Mobility: Must hold a valid Class G Driver’s License and have a reliable vehicle for travel throughout the Toronto area.
Education: Post-secondary diploma or degree in Business or a related field is preferred.
Salary: From $65,000 per year plus commission.
Allowance: Car allowance provided for travel.
Schedule: Monday to Friday (Milton office 2x per week).
Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Health Care Benefit Program (Medical, Dental, Vision), Profit Sharing.
Future Planning: RRSP Program and Employee Purchase Program.
Culture: A collaborative, team-based work environment with a deep commitment to safety.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Fresh Start Foods is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.
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Fresh Start Foods Mississauga, Ontario, CAN Office
5750 Coopers Ave, , Mississauga, Ontario , Canada, L4Z 2B9
