Sales Consultant at Sysco

Virginia, Minnesota, United States

Sysco Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Foodservice, HospitalityIndustries

Requirements

  • High School degree or equivalent
  • Minimum 2 years of sales, and/or chef/restaurant management experience, and/or related (Business, Sales, Marketing, Hospitality; or Culinary Arts) degree
  • 1 year of outside foodservice sales experience preferred
  • Restaurant management / chef experience preferred
  • Proficient in Excel, Word, Microsoft Outlook, and some knowledge of Salesforce a plus
  • Working knowledge of warehouse distribution a plus
  • Good communication skills
  • Detail-oriented

Responsibilities

  • Managing existing customer base: Visit weekly, provide marketing flyers, menu ideas and market updates
  • Prospecting/opening new accounts to meet company objectives and CMP goals
  • Pricing and order-guide building
  • Collecting past due balances
  • Attend all sales meetings and trainings
  • Maintain a great working relationship with customer service department and operational teams
  • Growing market share in the designated markets
  • Satisfying customer needs and meeting management objectives
  • Maintaining and growing customer base by penetrating existing accounts and opening new accounts
  • Developing a close working relationship with customers and all internal company departments

Skills

Excel
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Outlook
Salesforce
Sales Prospecting
Customer Relationship Management
Pricing
Order Guide Building

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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