Sales Representative

Responsibilities

• Develop new business and penetrate existing accounts to achieve profitable sales growth within the assigned territory
• Research customer business needs and recommend a mix of products and services to meet their goals
• Conduct face-to-face and remote sales, including product demonstrations and sales presentations
• Evaluate market trends, competitor pricing, and product innovations to provide value-added services to customers
• Manage customer accounts by answering questions regarding product availability, pricing, and usage
• Drive personal vehicle to visit customer accounts, conventions, and company meetings
• Perform administrative duties including preparing sales budgets, maintaining records, and processing credits
• Coordinate with the transportation department to manage deliveries and troubleshoot order issues

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Hospitality, Culinary Arts, or a related discipline OR HSD/GED with 3 years of Restaurant Management, B2B, or outside sales experience
• Valid driver’s license with a driving record that meets company insurability standards
• Current automobile insurance with required liability limits
• Proficiency with MS Office and basic PC skills
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Ability to reside or relocate to the geographical vicinity of the territory

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Restaurant Management, Foodservice Outside Sales, or as a Chef
• Bi-lingual skills

Benefits

• Competitive base salary, bonus, and promotional incentive opportunities
• Car allowance and cell phone provided
• 401(k) with automatic matching and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• Specialized sales training and clear career pathing opportunities
• Monthly and annual sales rewards and recognition

About the Company

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations. We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally while serving others in a manner that exceeds their expectations.