Sales Representative at Sysco

Detroit, Michigan, United States

Sysco Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Foodservice, DistributionIndustries

Requirements

  • Experienced Sales Professional, Restaurant Manager, Culinary Manager, or Chef
  • Located within the sales territory (Downriver Detroit, MI)
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle

Responsibilities

  • Develop new business and penetrate existing accounts to achieve profitable sales growth
  • Seek and qualify prospects following company account stratification goals
  • Research customer business needs and develop a product/service mix to meet those needs
  • Evaluate market trends and recommend products based on customer needs and goals
  • Be informed of market conditions, product innovations, and competitor information
  • Answer customer questions about products, prices, and availability
  • Provide product information and training to customer personnel
  • Drive personal vehicle to customer accounts, conventions, and company meetings
  • Communicate and collect accounts receivable, working with the credit department
  • Manage deliveries according to the transportation department’s schedule
  • Troubleshoot delivery problems

Skills

Outside Sales
Business Development
Account Management
Prospecting
Market Analysis
Product Knowledge
Customer Training
Accounts Receivable
Troubleshooting

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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