Are you ready to represent some of the biggest food brands in the industry? Affinity Group is looking for a motivated Account Executive to help grow our Western Pennsylvania market. You’ll be out in the field building relationships, delivering value, and showcasing our clients' market-leading products. This position
will report to the Market Manager.
  
Who We Are: 

Your Bridge to Success | Why Our People Love Affinity Group 

Affinity Group is one of the fastest-growing food sales and marketing agencies, with a national presence throughout North America and Canada. We represent some of the most recognizable and well-regarded food brands in the industry.  
 
Supported by the corporate sales support team, you’ll be part of a team that drives brand awareness and increases market demand for our clients. Affinity Group brings decades of expertise and a consultative system that is tailored for a localized approach. 
 
Perks & Benefits:

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Employee discounts (National Purchasing Partners)
• Competitive pay + bonus potential

• Plan, coordinate, and execute impactful events, including food shows and seminars, to showcase the value proposition of client offerings
• Build and nurture relationships with key stakeholders through consistent communication, including virtual presentations, calls, and emails
• Growing sales with distributors, merchandisers & buyers while building lasting client relationships
• Travel locally to meet clients and operators face-to-face
• Leading consultative sales presentations to distributors, merchandisers, buyers, and their sales teams
• Independently manage the full sales cycle, leveraging CRM tools to ensure data accuracy and streamline workflows.
• Leverage critical thinking to guide prospects toward successful purchasing decisions

• The typical work week: Monday through Friday, 8AM – 5PM
• During the food trade show season, the position requires the ability to stand for extended periods, with the ability to safely lift case goods (up to 50 lbs.)
• Travel (Driving): Position requires daily motor vehicle travel to assigned locations. The candidate must possess an active Driver’s License and a clean driving record

• 3-5 years of foodservice sales or distribution sales experience 
• Restaurant operations or culinary experience is a plus
• Strong communication & organization skills 
• Ability to manage competing priorities  
• The candidate must possess an active Driver’s License and a clean driving record
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and CRM systems 

• An associate or bachelor’s degree