Food Broker Sales & Account… at Douglas Sales… · Piscataway

Summary: Douglas Sales Associates is a third-generation, family-owned food brokerage serving the New York & New Jersey Metro market since 1957. They are seeking a motivated intern to gain hands-on experience in food brokerage and consumer packaged goods, involving sales, account management, and business development. The internship provides exposure to customer accounts and collaboration with manufacturers and brand partners. Responsibilities: - Assist Account Managers with customer and vendor projects - Participate in customer, vendor, and internal business meetings - Support preparation of sales reports, presentations, and business reviews - Analyze sales trends, promotions, pricing, and competitive activity - Conduct retail store visits to evaluate merchandising, pricing, and product placement - Capture photos and market intelligence through company reporting platforms - Support category reviews, new item launches, and promotional planning - Build relationships with store personnel and gather marketplace insights - Assist with warehouse receiving, inventory organization, and sample fulfillment - Support special projects involving sales strategy, customer presentations, and business development initiatives - Learn the day-to-day responsibilities involved in managing customer and vendor relationships Required Qualifications: - Current college student pursuing a degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, Entrepreneurship, Communications, Supply Chain, Finance, Economics, Food Marketing, or a related field - Strong communication and interpersonal skills - Highly motivated with a willingness to learn - Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented - Ability to work independently and as part of a team - Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office applications - Interest in sales, account management, marketing, retail, or consumer packaged goods - Valid driver's license and reliable transportation - Ability to travel throughout the New York & New Jersey Metro market for store visits and customer meetings - Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and spend extended periods walking retail stores Required Skills: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, Sales analytics, Account management, Business development, Category management, Merchandising, Trade promotions, Retail operations, Supply chain fundamentals