Business development manager at Sysco

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Sysco Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Food Distribution, SalesIndustries

Requirements

  • Minimum of five (5+) years of experience in a sales role with proven track record; foodservice industry experience is an asset
  • Post-secondary degree or equivalent experience; ASFC designation preferred
  • Strong analytical problem-solving skills, including good knowledge of report analysis and data understanding
  • Ability to express information in terms of business value and impact

Responsibilities

  • Implement the new agreed business plan in accordance with district and/or regional financial objectives
  • Work with regional sales managers to develop an overall business development strategy
  • Leverage advanced analytics to prioritize opportunities and develop a business development strategy
  • Responsible for prioritizing information opportunities recommended by other sales team members (processed through Sysco's Salesforce platform with management approval)
  • Responsible for developing a creative and effective sales plan to capitalize on multi-segment opportunities identified by advanced analytics
  • Leverage the expertise and skills of a cross-functional sales team to quickly address unique prospect concerns, build trust, and shorten sales cycles
  • Coordinate the local contract proposal process that meets client needs, concerns, and objectives
  • Collaborate with the sales team to expand business development efforts, including helping other sales team members secure key accounts to achieve the annual profit plan
  • Review weekly, monthly, and quarterly sales goals and results for target accounts and prepare action plans when improvements are needed
  • Gather information on emerging markets and foodservice industry trends to understand the competitive landscape and position Sysco to increase effectiveness in securing new contracts
  • Develop strong working relationships with brokers, distributors, and foodservice industry peers
  • Record prospect account data and activity in Sysco's Salesforce platform
  • Identify opportunities for promotions, additional services, and distribution channels that will lead to increased sales
  • Make presentations and consult with senior executives on foodservice sector trends
  • Attend sales meetings, food trade shows, client events, etc., and provide feedback
  • Perform other duties as required

Skills

Salesforce
Advanced Analytics
Business Development
Contract Negotiation
Sales Strategy
Lead Generation
Cross-functional Collaboration
Opportunity Prioritization
Multi-segment Sales

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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