Sales Representative, Food Industry

Job overview

The Sales Representative, Food Industry role is based in Traverse City, MI, with remote opportunities for qualified candidates located in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula. Compensation is a base salary of $40,000–$45,000 per year, depending on experience, plus additional commission opportunities. The role supports Tamarack Holdings’ Great Lakes Farm to Freezer, Food for Thought, and Earthy Delights brands, whose shared purpose is improving lives through food. The representative grows sales by connecting the company’s food products with retailers, foodservice operators, distributors, and other customers. The role builds lasting customer relationships, develops new opportunities, and coordinates with brokers and internal teams to expand the brands’ reach.

What you'll do

• Connect with grocery retailers, foodservice operators, distributors, and potential customers
• develop existing customer relationships and identify growth opportunities
• work with food brokers to introduce products to new markets
• communicate brand stories and product distinctions
• identify sales opportunities and develop plans
• attend trade shows, meet customers, and travel for business needs
• coordinate with marketing, production, and operations teams.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

sales representative

food industry

foodservice sales

grocery retail

food brokers

customer relationships

michigan agriculture

traverse city mi

remote lower peninsula michigan

tamarack holdings

$40k–$45k/year

commission opportunities

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Remote candidates may be considered if located in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula; regular travel for customer meetings, trade shows, and other business needs is required.

About the employer

Tamarack Holdings is hiring for this role. Industry: Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing. Sector: 31.