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, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We're looking for talented, hard‑working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.
Role Responsibilities
- Articulates and demonstrates the Sysco value proposition to engage and onboard new customers to Sysco products, services, and promotions.
- Increases customer share of wallet and improves sales mix.
- Uses the CRM tool (Sysco 360) for customer relationship and pipeline management, communication and measurement.
- Manages an effective combination of order management channels, including Phone, Email, and eCommerce (minimum 50% of orders by eCommerce).
- Develops account portfolio and retains customer accounts to achieve profitable sales growth within assigned territory.
- Solves customer issues and ensures a positive customer experience.
- Evaluates customer business needs and analyzes market trends to develop customer‑centric product and service solutions.
- Stays informed of market conditions, product innovations, and competitors’ products and shares information with customers as part of value‑added services.
- Proactively participates in training programs to sharpen consultative selling skills and product knowledge.
- Manages credit and accounts receivables.
- Works traditional business hours with potential additional hours as required; may need additional hours for customer needs.
- Complies with Sysco's Food Safety Policy and procedures to ensure food safety, quality and legality.
- Work safely with minimal environmental impact and reports hazards, incidents and environmental spills immediately to supervisor.
- Speaks out when hazards are present to keep safety for self and colleagues.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Experience in sales or an equivalent in the food service industry preferred but not required.Post‑secondary education or equivalent experience.Customer service experience.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Ability to work independently with solid organizational skills.Superior communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills.Problem‑solving, organizational, and negotiation abilities.Ability to handle multiple priorities.Flexible work schedule, including Sundays and holidays.Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and eCommerce concepts.Valid driver’s license with access to a vehicle is required; some local travel required.#J-18808-Ljbffr