Account Executive, Strategic Accounts
AirtableFull Time
Junior (1 to 2 years)
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The role offers a competitive base salary, bonus, plus promotional incentive opportunities. Additional perks include car allowance (mileage reimbursement for candidates in CA) and a provided cell phone.
This is an outside sales position in the territory covering Berlin NH, Gorham NH, and St. Johnsbury Vermont, with up to 75% travel required. You will drive your personal vehicle to customer accounts, conventions, and company meetings.
Ideal candidates are experienced Sales Professionals, Restaurant Managers, Culinary Managers, or Chefs. Key skills include developing new business, penetrating existing accounts, researching customer needs, evaluating market trends, and providing product training.
Sysco provides a robust benefits package including an Employee Stock Purchase Plan and 401(k) with automatic matching, along with monthly and annual sales rewards and recognition.
Strong candidates have sales experience or background as a Restaurant Manager, Culinary Manager, or Chef, with skills in building customer relationships, achieving sales goals, and handling non-traditional hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Foodservice distribution for restaurants and healthcare
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.