South West NJ Sales Consultant at Sysco

Buckhead, Georgia, United States

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$46,920 – $87,975Compensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Foodservice, Meat DistributionIndustries

Requirements

  • High School diploma (Preferred: 4-year degree in culinary arts, business, marketing, agriculture/animal science or related studies)
  • 2-year prior food service and/or sales background strongly preferred
  • Deep expertise of meat and seafood category or restaurant/culinary background with a shown capacity to quickly learn and apply new knowledge
  • Consultative sales ability
  • Must be self-motivated and accountable for time management without constant supervisor direction
  • Exhibit strong customer relations skills and a sense of urgency in meeting customer needs
  • Basic computer skills and proficiency with MS Outlook

Responsibilities

  • Establish, develop and maintain business relationships with current customers and prospective customers in the assigned territory to generate new business for the Sysco Specialty Meat Group's (SSMG) products and services
  • Make in-person visits and presentations to existing and prospective customers
  • Take customer orders with SSMG goals in mind: sales and GP/Stop maximization
  • Participate, review and oversee input of orders for customers via communication with inside sales partners
  • React timely to customer problems and needs
  • Review daily out of stocks, shortages, transportation issues and implement solutions quickly
  • Review, analyze and react to daily/weekly sales and margin reports looking for improvement opportunities
  • Keep abreast of product applications, technical services, market conditions, competitive activities, trends and who the other distributors/sales organizations are in your market
  • Participate in Sysco Specialty Meat Group (SSMG) training and customer events. Participate in Sales meetings held by Sysco Sales leaders
  • Develop a relationship with accounts payable (A/P) contact at every account. Participate and coordinate communication between them and SSMG account receivable manager/representative
  • Implement “Ask Early and Often” to control days sales outstanding (DSOs) and know signs to know when to say “No Ship or Cash on Delivery (COD)”
  • Update bid files, customer profiles, and customer call sheets to ensure proper pricing and accuracy of needed items-thus reducing costly credits and returns

Skills

Sales
Business Development
Customer Relationships
Sales Presentations
Territory Management
Order Processing
Sales Analysis
Product Knowledge
Problem Solving

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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