Job Highlights:

• Contract type: Independent Contractor
• Schedule: 15 hours per week with potential to expand based on performance

Client Timezone: Mountain Standard Time (MST)

 

Client Overview

Join a thriving year-round indoor farming operation that supplies fresh, locally-grown microgreens to restaurants and grocery stores across a major Canadian city. This innovative agricultural business operates 365 days a year, maintaining production even through harsh winters, and works closely with executive chefs and commercial food buyers. You’ll be supporting a growing company that’s making a real impact in sustainable farming while building strong relationships in the local food service industry. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the agricultural technology revolution and help connect high-quality, fresh produce with the culinary professionals who value it most.

 

Job Description

This is a dynamic sales support role where you’ll drive business growth through strategic lead generation and appointment setting for a successful indoor farming operation. You’ll be the crucial first point of contact that connects locally-grown, premium microgreens with new restaurant and grocery partners. This position offers the perfect blend of research, relationship building, and sales strategy in the fast-paced food service industry. You’ll work directly with the business owner to expand their client base while supporting an established sales team, making a direct impact on the company’s growth trajectory in an exciting and sustainable industry.

 

Responsibilities

• Conduct weekly market research to identify new restaurants and grocery stores opening in the local market
• Execute strategic cold outreach campaigns via phone calls, emails, and social media to potential commercial clients
• Manage and update existing leads in the company CRM system with weekly follow-up activities
• Research and connect with key decision makers including executive chefs, restaurant owners, and grocery buyers
• Schedule 3-4 high-quality appointments per week for the primary salesperson and 2-3 appointments for additional sales team members
• Maintain accurate CRM records including new contact information, email addresses, and pipeline progression
• Create professional voicemails and follow-up email sequences when direct contact isn’t achieved
• Verify and research contact information for prospects reached through various channels
• Coordinate appointment scheduling around the sales team’s sample delivery routes and availability windows

 

Requirements

• Proven track record in sales, appointment setting, or lead generation roles with measurable results
• Strong cold calling experience with the ability to handle rejection professionally and maintain persistence
• Excellent communication skills with natural ability to build rapport quickly over the phone
• Experience with CRM systems (HubSpot experience strongly preferred)
• Self-motivated professional who thrives working independently with minimal supervision
• Solid understanding of B2B sales processes and lead qualification techniques
• Strong research skills with ability to identify and qualify target prospects effectively
• Professional phone presence with persistence in follow-up activities and relationship building

 

Benefits

Independent Contractor Perks: 

• WITH INCENTIVES
• Permanent Work from Home
• Immediate Hiring
• Steady Freelance Job

 

Please note that since this is a permanent work-from-home position and an “Independent Contractor” arrangement, the candidates must have their own computer and internet connection. They will handle their own benefits and taxes. The professional fees are on hourly rates and the rate depends on your performance in the application process.

Job ID: 29899271058