Sales Representative - SYSCO : Job Details

JOB SUMMARYThe Marketing Associate is responsible for growing market share in the designated markets. Responsible for satisfying customer needs and meeting management objectives. Must maintain and grow customer base by penetrating existing accounts and opening new accounts. Develop a close working relationship with customers and all internal company departments. The Marketing Associate is responsible for growing market share in the designated markets. Responsible for satisfying customer needs and meeting management objectives. Must maintain and grow customer base by penetrating existing accounts and opening new accounts. Develop a close working relationship with customers and all internal company departmentsThe territory for this position will be Western Slope/Grand Junction and surrounding areas. RESPONSIBILITIESManaging existing customer base. Visit weekly, provide marketing flyers, menu ideas and market updates.Prospecting/opening new accounts to meet company objectives and CMP goals.Pricing and order-guide buildingCollecting past due balancesAttend all sales meetings and trainingsMaintain a great working relationship with customer service department and operational teams.QUALIFICATIONSEducationHigh School degree or equivalentExperienceMinimum 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 preferredRestaurant management / chef experience preferredSkillsProficient in Excel, Word, Microsoft Outlook, and some knowledge of Salesforce a plusWorking knowledge of warehouse distribution, a plusGood communication skillsDetail-orientedDecision Making AuthorityProfitability of a customerMost important decisions made with review and approval of other individuals or supervisors (include the reviews/approvals required):Customer credits and pricing