Retail Sales Representative – Grocery & Convenience Stores
Columbus, OH
ABOUT ZINK
Zink Foodservice is an Employee-Owned company, providing comprehensive sales, marketing, distribution and installation services for premier manufacturers and authorized dealers of foodservice equipment, smallwares, tabletop, furniture, and supplies. Zink Foodservice is a full-service Branch Office for its manufacturers with offices and culinary centers in several markets. Our company culture and core values are evident throughout our organization. Zink Foodservice associates work hard and play hard while managing a great work/life balance.
JOB DESCRIPTION
A driven, relationship-focused Retail Sales Representative who can grow our business in the grocery and C-store sectors. This position will cover Zink’s Midwest and Midsouth territories, and represent industry-leading foodservice equipment brands and drive solutions for our retail partners. This role reports to the VP of Sales.
KEY GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Drive sales growth with grocery and convenience store chains
- Develop and execute account strategies that deliver results.
- Represent top manufacturers in refrigeration and heated equipment.
- Build lasting customer relationships through solution selling and exceptional service.
- Provide equipment demos and product training to customers.
- Collaborate closely with internal teams and manufacturer partners.
- Travel regionally to support accounts and events.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years sales experience in retail, grocery, convenience store, or related field.
- Experience with commercial refrigeration strongly preferred.
- Basic understanding of heated foodservice equipment.
- Strong hunter mentality; driven to find and close new opportunities.
- CRM experience and strong organizational skills.
- Ability to align with and demonstrate Zink’s Core Values.
- Ability to travel within assigned territory.
WHY ZINK?
- Full benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k and ESOP).
- We run on EOS.
- A team-first culture with ongoing professional development.