Sales Representative at Sysco

Sacramento, California, United States

Sysco Logo
$51,400 – $72,000Compensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Foodservice, DistributionIndustries

Requirements

  • Experienced Sales Professional, Restaurant Manager, Culinary Manager, or Chef
  • Strong relationship-building skills
  • Ability to understand customer business needs
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle
  • Ability to work some evenings, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

  • Develop new business and penetrate existing accounts to achieve sales growth
  • Research customer business needs and recommend appropriate products and services
  • Evaluate market trends and competitor products
  • Provide product information and training to customers
  • Drive personal vehicle to customer accounts
  • Manage deliveries and collect accounts receivable
  • Communicate with customers regarding sales and account status
  • Seek and qualify prospects following company account stratification goals

Skills

Sales
Relationship Building
Business Development
Account Management
Market Research
Prospecting
Product Training
Customer Needs Analysis

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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