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K-12 Sales Specialist (Food Broker)

Affinitygroup · Farmingdale, NY, 111735 · Active · $65,000–$75,000 / year · JazzHR / ApplyToJob

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CompanyAffinitygroup
TitleK-12 Sales Specialist (Food Broker)
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LocationFarmingdale, NY, United States
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Employment typeFull Time
Salary$65,000–$75,000 / year
Statusactive
ATS providerJazzHR / ApplyToJob
Posted / first seen2026-05-05 / 2026-05-30
Changed / last seen2026-05-30 / 2026-06-06

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SUMMARY:   The Affinity Group Segment Specialist (K-12) is responsible for planning and executing a customized sales strategy for their unique segment of K-12 and education accounts. This position is deeply knowledgeable in key account segment and builds and maintains close relationships with the Food Service Directors and the Chefs at all assigned operators. The Segment Specialist (K-12) is always available to their clients, contacting them on a regular basis, participating in local functions, cutting/demonstrating products, training and educating the key personnel and always working to better understand their product needs. Duties and Responsibilities: Designs and implements customized sales strategies, in conjunction with the Director of K12 , aimed at their segment of key accounts. Works closely with the entire sales force and openly discusses go to market strategies, competitive reconnaissance, successes, and challenges. Stays up-to-date and knowledgeable about the operators in their account segment and acts as a resource and solution provider for their customers. Maintains an in-depth knowledge of the key distributors in the local market in order to gain buy in and support to stock and sell distributors products. Understands each of the following for their strategic accounts: menu rotations, population and trends, desired cost structure in each segment of the menu, opportunities to penetrate or convert items, training and education of products, and multiple uses for products. Maintains an up to date profile folder of each customer; utilizes the CRM system weekly to report on sales call activity, updates and follow ups, in addition to customer profile management. Communicates any changes of usage positive or negative, as well as changes on who will distribute to the strategic account. Provides sales results and updates to manufacturers on an as needed basis. Maintains samples in assigned office. Addresses client’s quality control issues and communicates the process for resolving issues. Participates in visits to key strategic accounts and has a prepared itinerary a week in. advance. Is able to cook food products and put menu combinations together to aid in the sale process. Other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: High School Diploma / GED Some college preferred 3+ years experience in the food industry sales or operations Ability to execute and follow through a sales plan. A positive, professional, and proactive attitude. Strong communication skills. Works well with teams and has strong motivational skills. Holistic approach to menu planning with multiple brands and manufacturers. Experts in tracking legislation and selling through regulations that impact district menus. Culinary support to partner in practical meal planning. Know-how in leveraging commodity pricing and programs. Stewards of health and wellness initiatives. Leaders in supporting hot trends like breakfast, after school meals, summer feeding programs. Innovative marketing programs and K–12 industry partnerships. Adept at building trust and credibility. Planning and organizational skills. Strong problem solving and strategic planning skills. Using the CRM System daily. Call Reporting in CRM System. Must have a valid driver’s license. Supervisory and Reporting Responsibilities:       This position does not have supervisory responsibilities Reports to Director of K12 Sales Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:   Candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work may be performed in an office or warehouse environment. Typically requires the ability to spend 66%+ hours each work day doing the following activities: Stand for extended periods of time, walk, bend, stoop, or climb.  May have possible exposure to dust, and may require the ability to lift and/or push up to 50 pounds 33% - 66% of the time. Flexible work hours to accommodate demands of position (some weekends included) May require travel daily travel up to 75% of the time within territory May require some overnight travel occasionally. Pay Range: $65,000- $75,000 The Affinity Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Must have a valid driver’s license.</span></span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><b><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Supervisory and Reporting Responsibilities:</span></span></b>     </span></span><ul><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">This position does not have supervisory responsibilities</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Reports to Director of K12 Sales</span></span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><b><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:</span></span></b> </span></span><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. </span></span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Work may be performed in an office or warehouse environment. </span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Typically requires the ability to spend 66%+ hours each work 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      "description": "<p style=\"text-indent:0in;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><b><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">SUMMARY:</span></span></b><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">  The Affinity Group Segment Specialist (K-12) is responsible for planning and executing a customized sales strategy for their unique segment of K-12 and education accounts. This position is deeply knowledgeable in key account segment and builds and maintains close relationships with the Food Service Directors and the Chefs at all assigned operators. The Segment Specialist (K-12) is always available to their clients, contacting them on a regular basis, participating in local functions, cutting/demonstrating products, training and educating the key personnel and always working to better understand their product needs.</span></span></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"> </span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><b><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Duties and Responsibilities:</span></span></b></span></span></p><ul><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Designs and implements customized sales strategies, in conjunction with the Director of K12 , aimed at their segment of key accounts.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Works closely with the entire sales force and openly discusses go to market strategies, competitive reconnaissance, successes, and challenges.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Stays up-to-date and knowledgeable about the operators in their account segment and acts as a resource and solution provider for their customers.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Maintains an in-depth knowledge of the key distributors in the local market in order to gain buy in and support to stock and sell distributors products.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Understands each of the following for their strategic accounts: menu rotations, population and trends, desired cost structure in each segment of the menu, opportunities to penetrate or convert items, training and education of products, and multiple uses for products.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Maintains an up to date profile folder of each customer; utilizes the CRM system weekly to report on sales call activity, updates and follow ups, in addition to customer profile management.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Communicates any changes of usage positive or negative, as well as changes on who will distribute to the strategic account.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Provides sales results and updates to manufacturers on an as needed basis.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Maintains samples in assigned office.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Addresses client’s quality control issues and communicates the process for resolving issues.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Participates in visits to key strategic accounts and has a prepared itinerary a week in. advance.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Is able to cook food products and put menu combinations together to aid in the sale process.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Other duties as assigned</span></span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><b><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:</span></span></b></span></span><ul><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">High School Diploma / GED</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Some college preferred</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">3+ years experience in the food industry sales or operations </span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Ability to execute and follow through a sales plan.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">A positive, professional, and proactive attitude.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Strong communication skills.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Works well with teams and has strong motivational skills.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Holistic approach to menu planning with multiple brands and manufacturers.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Experts in tracking legislation and selling through regulations that impact district menus.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Culinary support to partner in practical meal planning.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Know-how in leveraging commodity pricing and programs.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Stewards of health and wellness initiatives.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Leaders in supporting hot trends like breakfast, after school meals, summer feeding programs.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Innovative marketing programs and K–12 industry partnerships.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Adept at building trust and credibility.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Planning and organizational skills.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Strong problem solving and strategic planning skills.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Using the CRM System daily.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Call Reporting in CRM System.</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Must have a valid driver’s license.</span></span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><b><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Supervisory and Reporting Responsibilities:</span></span></b>     </span></span><ul><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">This position does not have supervisory responsibilities</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Reports to Director of K12 Sales</span></span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><b><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:</span></span></b> </span></span><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. </span></span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Work may be performed in an office or warehouse environment. </span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Typically requires the ability to spend 66%+ hours each work day doing the following activities: </span></span></span></span><ul style=\"list-style-type:circle;\"><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Stand for extended periods of time, walk, bend, stoop, or climb.  </span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">May have possible exposure to dust, and may require the ability to lift and/or push up to 50 pounds 33% - 66% of the time. </span></span></span></span></li></ul></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Flexible work hours to accommodate demands of position (some weekends included)</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">May require travel daily travel up to 75% of the time within territory</span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">May require some overnight travel occasionally.</span></span></span></span></li></ul><div style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:10pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Pay Range: $65,000- $75,000</span></span></span></span></div><p><span style=\\\"font-size:14px\\\"><em><span style=\\\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif\\\">The Affinity Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. </span></em><em><span style=\\\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif\\\">All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. </span></em></span></p>",
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