Account Manager at Sysco

Miami, Florida, United States

Sysco Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Food Distribution, SalesIndustries

Requirements

  • High school diploma
  • 3+ years prior outside foodservice account management or B2B sales experience
  • Valid driver’s license with a driving record that meets Company insurability standards
  • Knowledge of Sysco Products, ordering procedures and credit terms
  • Proficient with customer service management and able to partner cross-functionally
  • Ability to manage end to end initiatives through challenging deadlines
  • Excellent organizational and project management skills, including the ability to provide top notch customer service to multiple customers simultaneously
  • Able to thrive in a fast-paced and changing work environment
  • Expert in Microsoft Office
  • Continuously learn existing and new Sysco technologies
  • Demonstrated experience with and working knowledge of Sysco customers (preferred)
  • Bachelor's degree (preferred)
  • 5+ years prior foodservice account management, B2B sales experience within restaurant, GPO background (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Manage assigned customers/concepts and handle last mile activities to ensure customer receives product timely and accurately
  • Collaborate with CSM that handles same concepts/customers, partners with transportation, merchandising, and contract sales teams to drive outcomes and influence customer interactions
  • Liaise with back office and communicate to customer regarding items such as product credit, special orders, etc
  • Liaise with local contract sales organization to implement direction, best practices via GSC; act as role model for best practice
  • Utilize CRM tool for account management which includes managing tasks, communicating across selling team, ensure customer data is accurate
  • Build and maintain customer relationships as appropriate; in person visits based on customer needs and contracts
  • Able to have challenging conversations with internal and external stakeholders
  • Responsible for appropriate escalation as needed

Skills

CRM
Account Management
Customer Relationship Management
Sales Support
Issue Resolution
Stakeholder Communication

Sysco

Foodservice distribution for restaurants and healthcare

About Sysco

Sysco Corporation specializes in foodservice distribution, primarily serving restaurants, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions. The company offers a variety of products and services, including food items, kitchen equipment, and marketing support, tailored to meet the specific needs of its clients. Sysco differentiates itself from competitors by providing comprehensive solutions, such as the "Restaurants Rising Toolkit" during the COVID-19 pandemic, which helps restaurants adapt to new dining trends. The goal of Sysco is to make running a restaurant easier and more profitable for its clients.

Houston, TexasHeadquarters
1970Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Food & AgricultureIndustries

Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Professional Development Budget
Performance Bonus

Risks

Increased competition from tech-driven solutions could impact Sysco's market share.
Reliance on partnerships for technology advancements may pose risks if results are unmet.
Socially responsible investing trends may pressure Sysco to improve ESG standards.

Differentiation

Sysco offers comprehensive B2B solutions, including food products, equipment, and marketing services.
The company provides flexible payment options and waives delivery minimums for scheduled deliveries.
Sysco's 'Restaurants Rising Toolkit' supports restaurants adapting to new dining trends.

Upsides

Sysco can capitalize on the demand for plant-based and alternative protein products.
The rise of ghost kitchens offers Sysco opportunities for specialized supply chain solutions.
Digital transformation in foodservice allows Sysco to enhance service offerings and engagement.

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