Big Island Sales Representative | Honolulu, HI

Sales & Business Development jobs involve activities aimed at expanding a company's market reach and increasing its revenue. Professionals in this field focus on identifying new business opportunities, building relationships with potential clients, and negotiating deals. They must possess excellent communication skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to analyze market trends. Sales roles typically involve direct product or service promotion, while business development can also encompass partnerships, market research, and long-term growth strategies. These roles are crucial for company expansion and require individuals who are not only persuasive but also adept at understanding customer needs and aligning them with the company's offerings.

a profound positive impact on the Native Hawaiian community and other communities where we operate. The Kina'ole Family of Companies offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that includes: Health insurance Dental insurance Life insurance Professional training reimbursement 401K Disability insurance Duties and Responsibilities: Ability to capture direct-award contracts utilizing native Hawaiian contracting advantages.

This candidate should be market facing and have extensive experience in capturing Federal contracting opportunities Lead business development in multiple markets Provide detailed weekly activity reports Brief senior management on new opportunities, pursuits,

bid/no-bid, and capture updates Develop new clients and maintain relationships by marketing and networking Identify and engage strategic opportunities Design plans and deliverables that enable sales and marketing to succeed Identify target programs, meet and exceed metrics that align with our corporate goals.

Develop rapport with key decision makers within the government sector Perform other position-related duties as assigned Qualifications: 10+ years of experience as a Business Development Manager in the federal marketplace. An extensive network of contacts within the federal market Experience supporting small and medium proposals Experience managing sales pipeline, forecasting, and

closing deals Excellent leadership and teamwork skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills for building meaningful relationships with clients Attention to detail and organization skills Advanced decision-making and problem-solving skills This position is remote, the ideal candidate must reside in the Honolulu, HI area KFo C is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, interactionual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Job Posted by Applicant Pro

All employees are expected to always demonstrate the Koha Foods " Core Values" " Own It" - Take responsibility " Find the Win" - Find solutions that are wins for both sides " Be Relentless" - Never settle " We Got Your Back" - Be supportive of each other The outside sales Foodservice Account Executive position will focus on the growth of the company's retail and food distribution services in the Hospitality, Industrial, Health Care, and other Foodservice industries.

The Foodservice Account Executive is responsible for pursuing new leads, building, and managing relationships with new and existing customers, and promoting and selling new

products to meet company's goals. If you want to be part of something fun and exciting that comes with exceptional employee discounts on many of our products, come join our team!

Job Description: Network and follow up on referrals to identify new sales opportunities Promote and collaborate with key manufacturers to expand and develop market share Design and deliver sales materials, including but not limited to presentations, proposals, contracts, status reports, and activity reports Provide exceptional customer service by understanding and meeting customer needs Respond to complaints and resolve issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction Stay up to date on current product knowledge

and industry trends to educate new and existing customers on product specifications Perform other duties as assigned Desired Skills and Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in a related field preferred At least 5 years of sales or related experience, or equivalent combination of formal education and experience Must have and maintain a valid driver license with a clean driving record and auto insurance Proficient use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point), maintaining a customer database, and capability Exceptional verbal and written communication skills Strong negotiation and active-listening skills Benefits: 401(k) and Matching Aflac Supplemental Insurance Employee Discounts Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Medical/Dental/Drug/Vision Insurance paid at 100% for Self/Single Employee (Base Plan) Paid Holidays Profit Sharing Referral Program Vacation and Sick Paid Time Off

All employees are expected to demonstrate the Koha Foods " Core Values" at all times: " Own It" - Take responsibility " Find the Win" - Find solutions that are wins for both sides " Be Relentless" - Never settle " We Got Your Back" - Be supportive of each other If you want to be part of something fun and exciting that comes with exceptional employee discounts on many of our products, come join our growing team!

Job Description: This position serves our Big Island Kona District retail customers by visiting store locations, reordering, merchandising and promoting new and current products. Excellent communication skills are required to build

valuable relationship with store managers to increase sales and new products onto shelves. Essential Functions: Discuss new products with store managers to bring in new products, fixing out of stocks and promotions Maintain product to ensure adequate supply during promotional and non-promotional periods Advises the Retail Service Manager of any critical issues discovered when merchandising customer locations Interacts with customers to answer product questions Maintain product knowledge (cost, origin, selling price, ingredients, case and pack size, expiration dates, and inventory counts) Maintain demographic knowledge of stores servicing and delivery times Creates credit memo for damaged, outdated

or spoiled products Builds, changes, removes displays at various retail stores/accounts Travel: This position travels daily to various retail clients.

Position requires a current, valid driver's license, insurance, and own vehicle. Required Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED, or equivalent years of experience Two years related experience Previous merchandising experience or retail is preferred