Title

Food Service – Sales Representative

Categories

Permanent, Full-time

Location

Burnaby, BC

Job Information

THL Gourmet Foods Inc. is one of the leading importers and distributors of Asian food products from the Pacific Rim and other regions of the world. We are currently seeking a motivated and client-focused Sales Representative to join our Food Service Division. This role is responsible for managing and growing customer accounts within the restaurant and food service sector while supporting overall sales growth within an assigned territory.

Position Summary:

The successful candidate will build strong customer relationships, identify new business opportunities, and provide exceptional service to both existing and prospective clients. This position involves regular local travel to customer sites, including restaurants, distributors, and other food service partners.

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven sales professional who enjoys relationship building, business development, and working in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Achieve established sales and gross profit targets through effective account management and business development initiatives
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with existing customers
• Identify and pursue new customer opportunities within the food service and restaurant sector
• Present and promote company products while introducing new and seasonal product offerings to customers
• Monitor inventory conditions and assist with the clearance of short-dated inventory when required
• Stay informed of market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to support strategic sales planning
• Collaborate with internal departments to support order processing, delivery coordination, and customer satisfaction
• Follow up with customers regarding outstanding invoices and payment matters when necessary
• Maintain accurate customer records, sales activity updates, and account information
• Represent the company in a professional manner while delivering excellent customer service

Qualifications & Experience:

• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and provide excellent customer service
• Goal-oriented with strong initiative and the ability to achieve results in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship management skills
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities
• Adaptable and able to manage changing priorities effectively
• Strong sense of accountability, professionalism, and attention to detail
• Positive attitude with a strong work ethic and team-oriented mindset
• Ability to communicate effectively in both English and Korean to support customer and business needs within the assigned territory would be considered an asset
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft PowerPoint
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle

Assets/ Nice-to-Haves:

• Previous sales experience within the food industry, restaurant supply, wholesale, or food distribution sector is considered an asset
• Knowledge of the restaurant and food service industry is an asset
• Ability to analyze market trends and translate insights into effective sales strategies

Compensation & Benefits:

• Expected Gross Monthly salary: $3,000 to $4,500
• Disclosure Statements: Pay for this position includes sales commission and actual earnings will be based on individual performance. Please ask the recruiter for details regarding base pay and sales commission
• Car allowance
• Comprehensive group benefits, including Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance
• Paid vacation and statutory holidays in accordance with provincial employment standards
• Long Services Award and Super Sales Awards based on years of service and performance
• Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP)

Apply Now:

If you meet the requirements above, please send us your resume by E-mail with the position you are applying for as the “Subject” to hr@thlfoods.com. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The HR team can be reached through text message, whatsapp or WeChat at 236-334-7369 for any inquiries. Please note that telephone calls will not be received through this number.

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