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Sales Intern PAID Internship @ Alchemeat - Chicago, IL

Alchemeat is the world’s first plant-based whole-cut meat that doesn't compromise on taste, texture, nutrition, or sustainability. The creation of Alchemeat started in 2021.
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​Internship Description & Objectives:
We’re looking for a Sales intern who is proactive, well-organized, excellent at communications (written and verbal), and excited to spread the word of ALCHEMEAT to potential food service accounts and customers.
Responsibilities:
  1. Work one-on-one with our team to find new accounts and grow our food service revenue.
  2. Identify potential food service accounts across various channels (distributors, restaurants - full-service, quick-service, quick casual, family, etc.).
  3. Daily outreach (phone calls, emails, in-person visits) introducing the brand to potential accounts and closing sales deals.
  4. Support emerging food service accounts by regularly checking in, answering questions, and providing information and marketing materials needed.
  5. Develop reporting for team sales activities and hold yourself and the rest of the team accountable to agree-upon outreach and sales goals.
  6. Coordinate with team to ensure customer orders are packed, shipped, delivered, and invoiced in a timely, reliable fashion.
  7. Deliver orders in-person as needed in the Chicago area.
  8. Assist or lead conduction of customer experience survey and interviews for continuous improvement of customer satisfaction.
  9. Assist marketing content creation by capturing relevant photos, videos and related materials and collaborating with marketing department for publishing content.
  10. Special projects as needed. Opportunities to learn and experience roles across various business functions will be available. 

Required Skills:
  • Be over the age of 18
  • Authorized to work in the United States – must have valid Social Security Number for payroll
  • Have a valid drivers license and access to a car for deliveries
  • Have ServSafe Food Handler Certificate (or be willing to obtain prior to start date)
  • Must be vaccinated against Covid-19
  • Passionate about the food industry and talented at selling
  • Vigorous attention to detail in areas such as proofreading
  • Excellent communication (written, oral, interpersonal) and grammar skills
  • Skills in Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and G Suite preferred

Additional Requirements:
  • Complete a 2-4 hour stage (aka trial run)
  • Slip resistant shoes
  • Must have access to a computer and be able to have video meeting capability

Number of Hours per Week:
20-30 hours per week

Schedule:
Flexible
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Location:
The Hatchery @ 135 N Kedzie Ave. Chicago, IL 60612

Compensation:
$16.00/hour
***Compensation will also include incentives on sales which will be paid by Alchemeat*** 

How to Apply:
To apply, email resume to [email protected]. 
ICNC - Industrial Council of Nearwest Chicago
320 N Damen Ave., First Floor
Chicago, IL. 60612
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Tel: (312) 421-3941
Fax: (312) 313-4995 
Email: [email protected]
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