Territory Representative

Reference #: R00240836

Join Ecolab's Global Quick Service Restaurantteam as a Territory Representative in the Scranton, PAmarket and see why Ecolab is on Fortune magazine's list of "The World's Most Admired Companies".The Territory Representative opportunitydelivers a comprehensive cleaning and food safety program developed specifically for the QSR industry, partnering with our customers to identify food safety risks and help prevent the spread of foodborne illnesses.Territory Representatives are responsible for developing and managing a territory of customers in the quick service restaurant industry. Territory Representatives are responsible for the following: facilitating sales and retaining existing customers by providing service excellence, equipment maintenance and gaining new sales through new products and new customers and providing customers training on sanitation and food safety through high quality surveys.What's in it For You:Receive a company vehicle for business and personal use along with a smart phone and tablet computerEnjoy a robust paid training program allowing you to learn from subject matter experts with proven successPlan and manage your schedule in a flexible, independent work environment that allows you to excelOpportunity to builda long term, advanced career path in sales or other areas within EcolabWhat You Will Do:Maintain equipment and collateral to ensure proper function and appearanceComplete the required Ecolab QSR visit reports based on the customer's mandated visit frequency (annually, quarterly, biannual etc.)Install equipment to include warewash machines, water filtration systems, 3 compartment and mop sinks for existing customers and new restaurant set upPrepare daily, weekly, monthly, and long-term work plans for the territory and customers to increase effectiveness and productivityFacilitate the sale of Ecolab products by making suggestions for improvements with existing products and new innovationsMaintain knowledge of products and their applications for each specific customerDemonstrate and train customers on use of Ecolab products and servicesMaintain positive relationships with customers by evaluating their needs with a focus on sales opportunitiesEffectively engage the right resources to resolve problemsManage inventory by effectively merchandising existing inventory and identifying the causes for slow sales in core productsMeet with store management to provide feedback and findings after the store survey is completed and make recommendations for improvementComplete required paperwork including the proper update of customer contact records and the territory management systemUtilize electronic and paper reports and other communication devices to communicate with customers, district manager, and the home officeMaintain adequate levels of car stock inventory to sufficiently support customer needs andkeep inventoryorganized and easily accessibleObtain knowledge of food safety and sanitation principles and their application for our customers in food handling and cleaning proceduresComplete the ICFSM exam training and become certified in Food SafetyManage emergency calls including nights, weekends, and holidaysManage days out of the field for meetings, vacation, sick/personal time, training, and rollouts with minimal impact to the district's objectiveWilling to assist in covering open territories as neededPerform and complete other tasks and assignments as directed by managementPosition Details:This is a field-based position and may require travel to the following locations and surrounding areas:Allentown, Hazleton, and WilliamsportOvernight Travel:3-5 overnights per monthWeekend Rotation:Responsible for weekend coverage 1 in every 14 weeksMinimum Qualifications:High School Diploma or GED4 years of food industry experience21 years of age o olderMust have a valid driver's license and acceptable Motor Vehicle RecordAvailability to provide emergency call assistance which may occur at night, on weekends and over holidaysMicrosoft Office ExperienceNo Immigration Sponsorship availablePhysical Demands:Ability to lift and carry up to 50 poundsPreferred Qualifications:Bachelor's DegreeMechanical experience (plumbing, electrical) and ability to troubleshoot and repair equipmentFood safety knowledge/experience or CP-FS certificationMilitary experiencePrevious business to business sales experienceBenefits

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Due to local mandates and customer requirements, applicants for certain customer-facing positions must be fully vaccinated (which in some situations requires a booster if eligible), unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

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