Sales Representative
Job Description
Company: US1168 FreshPoint Nashville, Division of FreshPoint Tomato, LLC Zip Code: 37921 Minimum Level of Education: High School or Equivalent Minimum Years of Experience: 2 Years Employment Type: Full Time Travel Percentage: 0
JOB SUMMARY The Marketing Associate is responsible for growing market share in the designated markets. This role involves satisfying customer needs and meeting management objectives. The Marketing Associate must maintain and grow the customer base by penetrating existing accounts and opening new accounts while developing a close working relationship with customers and all internal company departments.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Managing existing customer base by visiting weekly, providing marketing flyers, menu ideas, and market updates. Prospecting and opening new accounts to meet company objectives and CMP goals. Pricing and order-guide building. Collecting past due balances. Attending all sales meetings and trainings. Maintaining a great working relationship with the customer service department and operational teams.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
High School degree or equivalent.
Experience
Minimum 2 years of sales, and/or chef/restaurant management experience, and/or related (Business, Sales, Marketing, Hospitality; or Culinary Arts) degree. 1 year of outside foodservice sales experience preferred. Restaurant management / chef experience preferred.
Skills
Proficient in Excel, Word, Microsoft Outlook; knowledge of Salesforce is a plus. Working knowledge of warehouse distribution is a plus. Good communication skills. Detail-oriented.
Decision Making Authority
Profitability of a customer. Most important decisions made with review and approval of other individuals or supervisors (include the reviews/approvals required): Customer credits and pricing.
BENEFITS INFORMATION: For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit SyscoBenefits.com . OVERVIEW: 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. AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law. This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries, and affiliates. #J-18808-Ljbffr