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Job Summary:
The Sales & Outreach Associate reports to the Savory Fare Project Managers and is responsible for conducting strategic outreach throughout RI to educate communities about Savory Fare products and services. The goal of this position is to pursue new leads that result in growth of sales. The role requires interaction with a range of internal and external stakeholders and cross markets for PACE and updates PACE staff to opportunities appropriate for enrollment staff to pursue.  

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Conducts strategic outreach throughout RI to educate communities about Savory Fare products and services. Intentionally pursues new leads that results in growth of sales.
• Cross markets for PACE and updates PACE staff to opportunities appropriate for their enrollment staff to pursue.
• Has and maintains a solid knowledge base of the food prep and meal delivery landscape and incorporates that knowledge industry content to the various initiatives. 
• Manage sales calls/distribution of promotional material, expand contacts and document efforts.
• Coordinates with Marketing Department and Program Manager in marketing and advertising campaigns. This includes maintaining an accurate stock of materials and ordering more as required
• Works with Program Manager and Finance Office to develop and track growth measures; produce reports that measure key indicators of financial performance, customer satisfaction, marketing, and the competitive landscape. 
• Understands and uses data to recommend changes to the marketing and outreach strategies that result in greater product awareness and sales.
• Maintains high standards of customer service.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with community partnerships where appropriate; creates and sustains relationships with other nonprofits for client referrals.  
• Represents Savory Fare at various community meetings, trade shows, health fairs and other events as assigned by the Program Manager and/or Chief of Growth.
• Presents key information to Savory Fare team monthly. Ensures that focus is on presenting clear & succinct information to team during monthly operations meeting. 
• Knowledgeable about all Savory Fare products and services 
• Maintains customer database as required so it is accurate and useful to marketing efforts.
• Participates in media opportunities and presents a professional and enthusiastic tone.
• Engages in quality improvement initiatives annually that results in improved performance individually and companywide.
• Able to predict needs for an outreach event; gather materials; set up for event; represent company well; breakdown materials and stores materials as necessary.
• Recommend program improvements, for greater efficiency and effectiveness.  
• Travels throughout Rhode Island as required for community-based work. 
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities: 
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to prioritize tasks
Proficiency with MS Office Suite or similar software
Dependable and punctual with ability to maintain consistent attendance 
Ability to read, write and comprehend English 
Ability to maintain sound judgement under stress and communicate effectively
Strong interpersonal skills and extremely resourceful

Education Requirements:
High School Diploma or Equivalent, Required
 Bachelor's Degree, Preferred 

Physical Requirements:
Must be able to tolerate prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds and at times up to 20 pounds.
Must be able to navigate various departments of the organization's physical premises as well as related community care settings.
Must be able to attend in person outreach events within community. 

Experience:
1 to 3 years of administrative support experience, Preferred
1 to 3 years of sales or outreach experience, Preferred

License & Certification Requirements
RI Food Safety Manager License, Preferred

Position Requirements:
Driver’s License & access to reliable transportation; community-based travel required.
Occasional evening and weekend hours necessary. 

Savory Fare is an affiliate of PACE-RI. Please visit the Savory Fare website at: https://savoryfareinc.com/