Regional Sales Manager at Sysco

Jacksonville, Florida, United States

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

Requirements

  • High school diploma (HSD) or equivalent
  • 3 years in International sales
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to work multiple tasks, plan & organize time & projects efficiently
  • Ability to work comfortably under pressure
  • Personal computer experience and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
  • Works well independently and with others
  • Currently authorized to work in the United States

Responsibilities

  • Achieves maximum sales profitability, growth and account penetration within the assigned territory by effectively selling the company’s products and related services
  • Personally contacts and secures new business
  • Participates on trade exhibitions and events for our company and the customers
  • Advises on forthcoming product developments and discusses special promotions
  • Account penetration with new products and ideas to increase sales
  • Negotiation of price, cost, delivery, and specifications with buyers and managers
  • Makes accurate, rapid cost decisions and provides quotes
  • Maintains and develops relationships with existing customers via telephone, Skype and emails
  • Cold calls for new business. Follows up new leads
  • Travels internationally to visit customers to increase business and to assist them in food shows and other sales-related events
  • Attends team meetings and shares best practices with colleagues
  • Internal and external training
  • Reviews personal sales performance
  • Accountable for carrying out a sales plan for the assigned territory
  • Coordinates with vendors on all sample requests and new items requests
  • Works on special projects and new menu ideas to increase lines and sales
  • Manages accounts receivable (AR). Accountable to keep the account current and to follow up on skips, late or short paid invoices
  • Expedites the resolution of customer problems and complaints
  • Identifies and corrects any delivery issues, shorts and out of stock
  • Works directly with Operations and Merchandising to secure smooth and complete order fulfillment

Skills

Sales
Negotiation
Cold Calling
Account Management
Customer Relations
Trade Shows
Accounts Receivable
Vendor Coordination
Sales Planning
Problem Resolution

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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