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Sales Representative
Sysco 4.4
Cincinnati, OH jobs
Are you an experienced Sales Professional, Restaurant Manager, Culinary Manager or Chef looking for career development opportunities? Join Sysco's World Class Sales Team and explore all the benefits and perks.
Why you should join our Sales Team:
Competitive base salary, bonus, plus promotional incentive opportunities
Car allowance (mileage reimbursement for candidates in CA) and cell phone provided
Career pathing opportunities for both entry level, and experienced individuals
Opportunity to be part of a purpose driven organization that supports communities and associates
Specialized sales training
Individual as well as team-based selling
Opportunity to learn different ethnic segments
Monthly and annual sales rewards and recognition
Robust benefits package including an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, & 401(k) with automatic matching
JOB SUMMARY
This is an outside sales position responsible for promoting the company's products and services and for building relationships with new and existing accounts. The main focus is to help Sysco customers succeed while achieving sales and profit goals established by the company. This position may require working some non-traditional hours (evening, weekends, and holidays) to successfully meet customers' needs.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop new business, penetrate existing accounts, and minimize lost business to achieve profitable sales growth and special objectives within assigned territory.
Seek and qualify prospects following company account stratification goals.
Research customer business needs and develops a mix of products and service to meet needs.
Evaluate market trends and recommend products to customers, based on business needs and goals.
Be informed of market conditions, product innovations, and competitors' products, prices, and sales; share information with customers as part of value-added services provided.
Answer customers' questions about products, prices, availability, and product use.
Provide product information and practical training to customer personnel.
Drive personal vehicle to customer accounts, conventions, company meetings, etc.
Communicate and collect accounts receivable as necessary, working with the credit department and client; collect all balances due based on approved credit terms.
Manage deliveries to the routing schedule published by the transportation department; troubleshoot any problems that occur during the order process (for example, out of stock items, special order items, low inventory, etc.).
Participate in company functions, promotions, customer visits, and customer events.
Attend and participate in general sales and district meetings.
Engage in ongoing training sessions.
Assist with the training of new employees as requested.
Review and analyze daily and weekly reports such as special-order requests, customer bid files, and sales/gross profit margin data.
Perform administrative duties, such as preparing sales budgets and reports, maintaining sales records, processing credits, and pick-up requests, preparing sales quotes and menu suggestions, and filing reports.
Other duties may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education/Experience
Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Hospitality, Culinary Arts or related discipline OR HSD/GED and 3 years Restaurant Management, B2B or outside sales experience, or equivalent relatable experience including completion of the Sysco Sales Internship.
Preferred Qualifications
Bi-Lingual
Restaurant Management, Foodservice Outside Sales, Chef Experience preferred
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations
Valid driver's license with a "clean" driving record (including no multiple DUIs within the last 2 years)
Current automobile insurance with the following limits of liability: Bodily injury - $100,000 each person and $300,000 each accident; property damage - $100,000 is required
Requirement
Submit to pre-employment testing (Drug Screen, Background Check).
Must sign Sysco Protective Covenants Agreement.
Reside or willing to relocate to the geographical vicinity of territory.
Professional Skills
Basic PC skills and proficiency with MS Office.
Ability to read, write, speak English.
Competencies
Building Trust
Building Customer Loyalty
Follow-up
Sales Ability / Persuasiveness
Managing Work
Adaptability
Communication
$48k-80k yearly est. 1d ago
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Sales Representative
Sysco 4.4
Dayton, OH jobs
Are you an experienced Sales Professional, Restaurant Manager, Culinary Manager or Chef looking for career development opportunities? Join Sysco's World Class Sales Team and explore all the benefits and perks.
Why you should join our Sales Team:
Competitive base salary, bonus, plus promotional incentive opportunities
Car allowance (mileage reimbursement for candidates in CA) and cell phone provided
Career pathing opportunities for both entry level, and experienced individuals
Opportunity to be part of a purpose driven organization that supports communities and associates
Specialized sales training
Individual as well as team-based selling
Opportunity to learn different ethnic segments
Monthly and annual sales rewards and recognition
Robust benefits package including an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, & 401(k) with automatic matching
JOB SUMMARY
This is an outside sales position responsible for promoting the company's products and services and for building relationships with new and existing accounts. The main focus is to help Sysco customers succeed while achieving sales and profit goals established by the company. This position may require working some non-traditional hours (evening, weekends, and holidays) to successfully meet customers' needs.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop new business, penetrate existing accounts, and minimize lost business to achieve profitable sales growth and special objectives within assigned territory.
Seek and qualify prospects following company account stratification goals.
Research customer business needs and develops a mix of products and service to meet needs.
Evaluate market trends and recommend products to customers, based on business needs and goals.
Be informed of market conditions, product innovations, and competitors' products, prices, and sales; share information with customers as part of value-added services provided.
Answer customers' questions about products, prices, availability, and product use.
Provide product information and practical training to customer personnel.
Drive personal vehicle to customer accounts, conventions, company meetings, etc.
Communicate and collect accounts receivable as necessary, working with the credit department and client; collect all balances due based on approved credit terms.
Manage deliveries to the routing schedule published by the transportation department; troubleshoot any problems that occur during the order process (for example, out of stock items, special order items, low inventory, etc.).
Participate in company functions, promotions, customer visits, and customer events.
Attend and participate in general sales and district meetings.
Engage in ongoing training sessions.
Assist with the training of new employees as requested.
Review and analyze daily and weekly reports such as special-order requests, customer bid files, and sales/gross profit margin data.
Perform administrative duties, such as preparing sales budgets and reports, maintaining sales records, processing credits, and pick-up requests, preparing sales quotes and menu suggestions, and filing reports.
Other duties may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education/Experience
Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Hospitality, Culinary Arts or related discipline OR HSD/GED and 3 years Restaurant Management, B2B or outside sales experience, or equivalent relatable experience including completion of the Sysco Sales Internship.
Preferred Qualifications
Bi-Lingual
Restaurant Management, Foodservice Outside Sales, Chef Experience preferred
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations
Valid driver's license with a "clean" driving record (including no multiple DUIs within the last 2 years)
Current automobile insurance with the following limits of liability: Bodily injury - $100,000 each person and $300,000 each accident; property damage - $100,000 is required
Requirement
Submit to pre-employment testing (Drug Screen, Background Check).
Must sign Sysco Protective Covenants Agreement.
Reside or willing to relocate to the geographical vicinity of territory.
Professional Skills
Basic PC skills and proficiency with MS Office.
Ability to read, write, speak English.
Competencies
Building Trust
Building Customer Loyalty
Follow-up
Sales Ability / Persuasiveness
Managing Work
Adaptability
Communication
$49k-80k yearly est. 1d ago
Outside Sales Representative
Gordon Food Service 4.4
Columbus, OH jobs
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
Overview
For over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered the excellence, expertise, and quality products our customers need to design successful food operations and experiences. We've grown to be the largest family-operated broadline food distribution company in North America by being passionately committed to the people we serve.
At Gordon Food Service, our customers come first. As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you will cultivate relationships, develop new business, and provide innovative solutions to our customers, helping them to achieve their goals and, in return, yours!
This position will reside in: Columbus, Ohio.
Position Benefits
A generous 401(k) matching program that is above industry standards
Financial rewards for performance compensation structure which includes salary, commission, and bonuses
Low-cost benefit options for you and your family's health and future
An Automobile expense reimbursement plan
Cell phone reimbursement plan
Outside Food SalesRepresentative
We invite you to join our sales team where you'll experience a world where servant leadership and cutting-edge tools and training come together to support your career growth and financial objectives.
As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you'll be responsible for the overall sales and relationship management efforts for existing and prospective customers within your assigned territory. This includes pursuing new customers, deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships, and sales territory management.
Pursuing New Customers
Researching industry and market trends impacting restaurants within your territory
Identifying and researching prospective customers within your territory
Developing sales strategies that highlight products, services, values, and solutions offered by Gordon Food Service and presenting the sales strategy to prospective customers
Deepen and Strengthen Existing Customer Relationships
Visiting all customers within the assigned territory on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis
Conducting business reviews to determine existing customers needs and areas of opportunity for growing sales
Providing ongoing training to customers on Gordon Food Service product offerings
Identifying opportunities within existing customers businesses where Gordon Food Service can add value through product and service offerings
Sales Territory Management
Balancing new customers acquisition and deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships
Coordinating visits to prospective customers and existing customers
Communicating order status and order processing updates to customers
Sales Training - Getting you Ready
Gordon Food Service's goal during your first 90 days is to set you up for success! This includes engaging you in various training offerings, including e-learning, classroom sessions, video roleplays, job shadowing, and peer salesrepresentative mentorship. Throughout your first 90 days, you will learn:
How to use Gordon Food Service systems, processes, and tools to manage customer relationships
About the products available to Gordon Food Service customers
The sales process for engaging new customers
How to establish your relationships in the vast network of resources available to you, a Gordon Food Service salesrepresentative
Best practices on developing relationships with current and prospective customers
Strategies on how to effectively manage your territory
Position Requirements
High School Diploma/GED is required
Bachelor's degree and/or culinary certificate preferred
1 year of prior sales, business, or food service experience
Maintaining a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record
Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply
BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to ************** and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
$58k-72k yearly est. Auto-Apply 7d ago
Outside Sales Representative
Gordon Food Service 4.4
Dublin, OH jobs
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
Overview
For over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered the excellence, expertise, and quality products our customers need to design successful food operations and experiences. We've grown to be the largest family-operated broadline food distribution company in North America by being passionately committed to the people we serve.
At Gordon Food Service, our customers come first. As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you will cultivate relationships, develop new business, and provide innovative solutions to our customers, helping them to achieve their goals and, in return, yours!
This position will reside in: Lima, Ohio
Position Benefits
* A generous 401(k) matching program that is above industry standards
* Financial rewards for performance compensation structure which includes salary, commission, and bonuses
* Low-cost benefit options for you and your family's health and future
* An Automobile expense reimbursement plan
* Cell phone reimbursement plan
Outside Food SalesRepresentative
We invite you to join our sales team where you'll experience a world where servant leadership and cutting-edge tools and training come together to support your career growth and financial objectives.
As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you'll be responsible for the overall sales and relationship management efforts for existing and prospective customers within your assigned territory. This includes pursuing new customers, deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships, and sales territory management.
Pursuing New Customers
* Researching industry and market trends impacting restaurants within your territory
* Identifying and researching prospective customers within your territory
* Developing sales strategies that highlight products, services, values, and solutions offered by Gordon Food Service and presenting the sales strategy to prospective customers
Deepen and Strengthen Existing Customer Relationships
* Visiting all customers within the assigned territory on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis
* Conducting business reviews to determine existing customers needs and areas of opportunity for growing sales
* Providing ongoing training to customers on Gordon Food Service product offerings
* Identifying opportunities within existing customers businesses where Gordon Food Service can add value through product and service offerings
Sales Territory Management
* Balancing new customers acquisition and deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships
* Coordinating visits to prospective customers and existing customers
* Communicating order status and order processing updates to customers
Sales Training - Getting you Ready
Gordon Food Service's goal during your first 90 days is to set you up for success! This includes engaging you in various training offerings, including e-learning, classroom sessions, video roleplays, job shadowing, and peer salesrepresentative mentorship. Throughout your first 90 days, you will learn:
* How to use Gordon Food Service systems, processes, and tools to manage customer relationships
* About the products available to Gordon Food Service customers
* The sales process for engaging new customers
* How to establish your relationships in the vast network of resources available to you, a Gordon Food Service salesrepresentative
* Best practices on developing relationships with current and prospective customers
* Strategies on how to effectively manage your territory
Position Requirements
* High School Diploma/GED is required
* Bachelor's degree and/or culinary certificate preferred
* 1 year of prior sales, business, or food service experience
* Maintaining a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record
* Ability to obtain your food safety certification
Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply.
BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to ************** and use the words "Accommodation Request" in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
$58k-72k yearly est. Auto-Apply 35d ago
Outside Sales Representative
Gordon Food Service 4.4
Valley View, OH jobs
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
Overview
For over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered the excellence, expertise, and quality products our customers need to design successful food operations and experiences. We've grown to be the largest family-operated broadline food distribution company in North America by being passionately committed to the people we serve.
At Gordon Food Service, our customers come first. As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you will cultivate relationships, develop new business, and provide innovative solutions to our customers, helping them to achieve their goals and, in return, yours!
This position will reside in: Valley View, OH
Position Benefits
* A generous 401(k) matching program that is above industry standards
* Financial rewards for a performance compensation structure which includes salary, commission, and bonuses
* Low-cost benefit options for you and your family's health and future
* An Automobile expense reimbursement plan
* Cell phone reimbursement plan
Outside Food SalesRepresentative
We invite you to join our sales team, where you'll experience a world where servant leadership and cutting-edge tools and training come together to support your career growth and financial objectives.
As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you'll be responsible for the overall sales and relationship management efforts for existing and prospective customers within your assigned territory. This includes pursuing new customers, deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships, and sales territory management.
Pursuing New Customers
* Researching industry and market trends impacting restaurants within your territory
* Identifying and researching prospective customers within your territory
* Developing sales strategies that highlight products, services, values, and solutions offered by Gordon Food Service, and presenting the sales strategy to prospective customers
Deepen and Strengthen Existing Customer Relationships
* Visiting all customers within the assigned territory on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis
* Conducting business reviews to determine existing customers' needs and areas of opportunity for growing sales
* Providing ongoing training to customers on Gordon Food Service product offerings
* Identifying opportunities within existing customers' businesses where Gordon Food Service can add value through product and service offerings
Sales Territory Management
* Balancing new customer acquisition and deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships
* Coordinating visits to prospective customers and existing customers
* Communicating order status and order processing updates to customers
Sales Training - Getting you Ready
Gordon Food Service's goal during your first 90 days is to set you up for success! This includes engaging you in various training offerings, including e-learning, classroom sessions, video roleplays, job shadowing, and peer salesrepresentative mentorship. Throughout your first 90 days, you will learn:
* How to use Gordon Food Service systems, processes, and tools to manage customer relationships
* About the products available to Gordon Food Service customers
* The sales process for engaging new customers
* How to establish your relationships in the vast network of resources available to you, a Gordon Food Service salesrepresentative
* Best practices on developing relationships with current and prospective customers
* Strategies on how to effectively manage your territory
Position Requirements
* High School Diploma/GED is required
* Bachelor's degree and/or culinary certificate preferred
* 1 year of prior sales, business, or food service experience
* Maintaining a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record
* Ability to obtain your food safety certification
Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply
BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to ************** and use the words "Accommodation Request" in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
$59k-73k yearly est. Auto-Apply 12d ago
Outside Sales Representative
Gordon Food Service 4.4
Valley View, OH jobs
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
Overview
For over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered the excellence, expertise, and quality products our customers need to design successful food operations and experiences. We've grown to be the largest family-operated broadline food distribution company in North America by being passionately committed to the people we serve.
At Gordon Food Service, our customers come first. As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you will cultivate relationships, develop new business, and provide innovative solutions to our customers, helping them to achieve their goals and, in return, yours!
This position will reside in: Valley View, OH
Position Benefits
A generous 401(k) matching program that is above industry standards
Financial rewards for a performance compensation structure which includes salary, commission, and bonuses
Low-cost benefit options for you and your family's health and future
An Automobile expense reimbursement plan
Cell phone reimbursement plan
Outside Food SalesRepresentative
We invite you to join our sales team, where you'll experience a world where servant leadership and cutting-edge tools and training come together to support your career growth and financial objectives.
As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you'll be responsible for the overall sales and relationship management efforts for existing and prospective customers within your assigned territory. This includes pursuing new customers, deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships, and sales territory management.
Pursuing New Customers
Researching industry and market trends impacting restaurants within your territory
Identifying and researching prospective customers within your territory
Developing sales strategies that highlight products, services, values, and solutions offered by Gordon Food Service, and presenting the sales strategy to prospective customers
Deepen and Strengthen Existing Customer Relationships
Visiting all customers within the assigned territory on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis
Conducting business reviews to determine existing customers' needs and areas of opportunity for growing sales
Providing ongoing training to customers on Gordon Food Service product offerings
Identifying opportunities within existing customers' businesses where Gordon Food Service can add value through product and service offerings
Sales Territory Management
Balancing new customer acquisition and deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships
Coordinating visits to prospective customers and existing customers
Communicating order status and order processing updates to customers
Sales Training - Getting you Ready
Gordon Food Service's goal during your first 90 days is to set you up for success! This includes engaging you in various training offerings, including e-learning, classroom sessions, video roleplays, job shadowing, and peer salesrepresentative mentorship. Throughout your first 90 days, you will learn:
How to use Gordon Food Service systems, processes, and tools to manage customer relationships
About the products available to Gordon Food Service customers
The sales process for engaging new customers
How to establish your relationships in the vast network of resources available to you, a Gordon Food Service salesrepresentative
Best practices on developing relationships with current and prospective customers
Strategies on how to effectively manage your territory
Position Requirements
High School Diploma/GED is required
Bachelor's degree and/or culinary certificate preferred
1 year of prior sales, business, or food service experience
Maintaining a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record
Ability to obtain your food safety certification
Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply
BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to ************** and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
$59k-73k yearly est. Auto-Apply 14d ago
Outside Sales Representative
Gordon Food Service 4.4
Springfield, OH jobs
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
Overview
For over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered the excellence, expertise, and quality products our customers need to design successful food operations and experiences. We've grown to be the largest family-operated broadline food distribution company in North America by being passionately committed to the people we serve.
At Gordon Food Service, our customers come first. As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you will cultivate relationships, develop new business, and provide innovative solutions to our customers, helping them to achieve their goals and, in return, yours!
This position will reside in: Lima, Ohio
Position Benefits
A generous 401(k) matching program that is above industry standards
Financial rewards for performance compensation structure which includes salary, commission, and bonuses
Low-cost benefit options for you and your family's health and future
An Automobile expense reimbursement plan
Cell phone reimbursement plan
Outside Food SalesRepresentative
We invite you to join our sales team where you'll experience a world where servant leadership and cutting-edge tools and training come together to support your career growth and financial objectives.
As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you'll be responsible for the overall sales and relationship management efforts for existing and prospective customers within your assigned territory. This includes pursuing new customers, deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships, and sales territory management.
Pursuing New Customers
Researching industry and market trends impacting restaurants within your territory
Identifying and researching prospective customers within your territory
Developing sales strategies that highlight products, services, values, and solutions offered by Gordon Food Service and presenting the sales strategy to prospective customers
Deepen and Strengthen Existing Customer Relationships
Visiting all customers within the assigned territory on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis
Conducting business reviews to determine existing customers needs and areas of opportunity for growing sales
Providing ongoing training to customers on Gordon Food Service product offerings
Identifying opportunities within existing customers businesses where Gordon Food Service can add value through product and service offerings
Sales Territory Management
Balancing new customers acquisition and deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships
Coordinating visits to prospective customers and existing customers
Communicating order status and order processing updates to customers
Sales Training - Getting you Ready
Gordon Food Service's goal during your first 90 days is to set you up for success! This includes engaging you in various training offerings, including e-learning, classroom sessions, video roleplays, job shadowing, and peer salesrepresentative mentorship. Throughout your first 90 days, you will learn:
How to use Gordon Food Service systems, processes, and tools to manage customer relationships
About the products available to Gordon Food Service customers
The sales process for engaging new customers
How to establish your relationships in the vast network of resources available to you, a Gordon Food Service salesrepresentative
Best practices on developing relationships with current and prospective customers
Strategies on how to effectively manage your territory
Position Requirements
High School Diploma/GED is required
Bachelor's degree and/or culinary certificate preferred
1 year of prior sales, business, or food service experience
Maintaining a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record
Ability to obtain your food safety certification
Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply.
BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to ************** and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
$58k-72k yearly est. Auto-Apply 36d ago
Outside Sales Representative
Gordon Food Service 4.4
Springfield, OH jobs
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
Overview
For over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered the excellence, expertise, and quality products our customers need to design successful food operations and experiences. We've grown to be the largest family-operated broadline food distribution company in North America by being passionately committed to the people we serve.
At Gordon Food Service, our customers come first. As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you will cultivate relationships, develop new business, and provide innovative solutions to our customers, helping them to achieve their goals and, in return, yours!
This position will reside in: Lima, Ohio
Position Benefits
A generous 401(k) matching program that is above industry standards
Financial rewards for performance compensation structure which includes salary, commission, and bonuses
Low-cost benefit options for you and your family's health and future
An Automobile expense reimbursement plan
Cell phone reimbursement plan
Outside Food SalesRepresentative
We invite you to join our sales team where you'll experience a world where servant leadership and cutting-edge tools and training come together to support your career growth and financial objectives.
As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you'll be responsible for the overall sales and relationship management efforts for existing and prospective customers within your assigned territory. This includes pursuing new customers, deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships, and sales territory management.
Pursuing New Customers
Researching industry and market trends impacting restaurants within your territory
Identifying and researching prospective customers within your territory
Developing sales strategies that highlight products, services, values, and solutions offered by Gordon Food Service and presenting the sales strategy to prospective customers
Deepen and Strengthen Existing Customer Relationships
Visiting all customers within the assigned territory on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis
Conducting business reviews to determine existing customers needs and areas of opportunity for growing sales
Providing ongoing training to customers on Gordon Food Service product offerings
Identifying opportunities within existing customers businesses where Gordon Food Service can add value through product and service offerings
Sales Territory Management
Balancing new customers acquisition and deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships
Coordinating visits to prospective customers and existing customers
Communicating order status and order processing updates to customers
Sales Training - Getting you Ready
Gordon Food Service's goal during your first 90 days is to set you up for success! This includes engaging you in various training offerings, including e-learning, classroom sessions, video roleplays, job shadowing, and peer salesrepresentative mentorship. Throughout your first 90 days, you will learn:
How to use Gordon Food Service systems, processes, and tools to manage customer relationships
About the products available to Gordon Food Service customers
The sales process for engaging new customers
How to establish your relationships in the vast network of resources available to you, a Gordon Food Service salesrepresentative
Best practices on developing relationships with current and prospective customers
Strategies on how to effectively manage your territory
Position Requirements
High School Diploma/GED is required
Bachelor's degree and/or culinary certificate preferred
1 year of prior sales, business, or food service experience
Maintaining a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record
Ability to obtain your food safety certification
Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply.
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to ************** and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
$58k-72k yearly est. Auto-Apply 35d ago
Outside Sales Representative
Gordon Food Service 4.4
Marion, OH jobs
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
Overview
For over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered the excellence, expertise, and quality products our customers need to design successful food operations and experiences. We've grown to be the largest family-operated broadline food distribution company in North America by being passionately committed to the people we serve.
At Gordon Food Service, our customers come first. As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you will cultivate relationships, develop new business, and provide innovative solutions to our customers, helping them to achieve their goals and, in return, yours!
This position will reside in: Lima, Ohio
Position Benefits
* A generous 401(k) matching program that is above industry standards
* Financial rewards for performance compensation structure which includes salary, commission, and bonuses
* Low-cost benefit options for you and your family's health and future
* An Automobile expense reimbursement plan
* Cell phone reimbursement plan
Outside Food SalesRepresentative
We invite you to join our sales team where you'll experience a world where servant leadership and cutting-edge tools and training come together to support your career growth and financial objectives.
As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you'll be responsible for the overall sales and relationship management efforts for existing and prospective customers within your assigned territory. This includes pursuing new customers, deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships, and sales territory management.
Pursuing New Customers
* Researching industry and market trends impacting restaurants within your territory
* Identifying and researching prospective customers within your territory
* Developing sales strategies that highlight products, services, values, and solutions offered by Gordon Food Service and presenting the sales strategy to prospective customers
Deepen and Strengthen Existing Customer Relationships
* Visiting all customers within the assigned territory on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis
* Conducting business reviews to determine existing customers needs and areas of opportunity for growing sales
* Providing ongoing training to customers on Gordon Food Service product offerings
* Identifying opportunities within existing customers businesses where Gordon Food Service can add value through product and service offerings
Sales Territory Management
* Balancing new customers acquisition and deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships
* Coordinating visits to prospective customers and existing customers
* Communicating order status and order processing updates to customers
Sales Training - Getting you Ready
Gordon Food Service's goal during your first 90 days is to set you up for success! This includes engaging you in various training offerings, including e-learning, classroom sessions, video roleplays, job shadowing, and peer salesrepresentative mentorship. Throughout your first 90 days, you will learn:
* How to use Gordon Food Service systems, processes, and tools to manage customer relationships
* About the products available to Gordon Food Service customers
* The sales process for engaging new customers
* How to establish your relationships in the vast network of resources available to you, a Gordon Food Service salesrepresentative
* Best practices on developing relationships with current and prospective customers
* Strategies on how to effectively manage your territory
Position Requirements
* High School Diploma/GED is required
* Bachelor's degree and/or culinary certificate preferred
* 1 year of prior sales, business, or food service experience
* Maintaining a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record
* Ability to obtain your food safety certification
Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply.
BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to ************** and use the words "Accommodation Request" in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
$59k-72k yearly est. Auto-Apply 35d ago
Outside Sales Representative
Gordon Food Service 4.4
Miamisburg, OH jobs
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
Overview
For over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered the excellence, expertise, and quality products our customers need to design successful food operations and experiences. We've grown to be the largest family-operated broadline food distribution company in North America by being passionately committed to the people we serve.
At Gordon Food Service, our customers come first. As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you will cultivate relationships, develop new business, and provide innovative solutions to our customers, helping them to achieve their goals and, in return, yours!
This position will reside in: Miamisburg, Ohio.
Position Benefits
A generous 401(k) matching program that is above industry standards
Financial rewards for performance compensation structure which includes salary, commission, and bonuses
Low-cost benefit options for you and your family's health and future
An Automobile expense reimbursement plan
Cell phone reimbursement plan
Outside Food SalesRepresentative
We invite you to join our sales team where you'll experience a world where servant leadership and cutting-edge tools and training come together to support your career growth and financial objectives.
As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you'll be responsible for the overall sales and relationship management efforts for existing and prospective customers within your assigned territory. This includes pursuing new customers, deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships, and sales territory management.
Pursuing New Customers
Researching industry and market trends impacting restaurants within your territory
Identifying and researching prospective customers within your territory
Developing sales strategies that highlight products, services, values, and solutions offered by Gordon Food Service and presenting the sales strategy to prospective customers
Deepen and Strengthen Existing Customer Relationships
Visiting all customers within the assigned territory on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis
Conducting business reviews to determine existing customers needs and areas of opportunity for growing sales
Providing ongoing training to customers on Gordon Food Service product offerings
Identifying opportunities within existing customers businesses where Gordon Food Service can add value through product and service offerings
Sales Territory Management
Balancing new customers acquisition and deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships
Coordinating visits to prospective customers and existing customers
Communicating order status and order processing updates to customers
Sales Training - Getting you Ready
Gordon Food Service's goal during your first 90 days is to set you up for success! This includes engaging you in various training offerings, including e-learning, classroom sessions, video roleplays, job shadowing, and peer salesrepresentative mentorship. Throughout your first 90 days, you will learn:
How to use Gordon Food Service systems, processes, and tools to manage customer relationships
About the products available to Gordon Food Service customers
The sales process for engaging new customers
How to establish your relationships in the vast network of resources available to you, a Gordon Food Service salesrepresentative
Best practices on developing relationships with current and prospective customers
Strategies on how to effectively manage your territory
Position Requirements
College degree required
1 year of prior sales, business, or food service experience preferred
Maintaining a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record
Ability to obtain your food safety certification
Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply.
BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to ************** and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
$58k-72k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Outside Sales Representative
Gordon Food Service 4.4
Zanesville, OH jobs
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
Overview
For over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered the excellence, expertise, and quality products our customers need to design successful food operations and experiences. We've grown to be the largest family-operated broadline food distribution company in North America by being passionately committed to the people we serve.
At Gordon Food Service, our customers come first. As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you will cultivate relationships, develop new business, and provide innovative solutions to our customers, helping them to achieve their goals and, in return, yours!
This position will reside in: Zanesville, Ohio.
Position Benefits
A generous 401(k) matching program that is above industry standards
Financial rewards for performance compensation structure which includes salary, commission, and bonuses
Low-cost benefit options for you and your family's health and future
An Automobile expense reimbursement plan
Cell phone reimbursement plan
Outside Food SalesRepresentative
We invite you to join our sales team where you'll experience a world where servant leadership and cutting-edge tools and training come together to support your career growth and financial objectives.
As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you'll be responsible for the overall sales and relationship management efforts for existing and prospective customers within your assigned territory. This includes pursuing new customers, deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships, and sales territory management.
Pursuing New Customers
Researching industry and market trends impacting restaurants within your territory
Identifying and researching prospective customers within your territory
Developing sales strategies that highlight products, services, values, and solutions offered by Gordon Food Service and presenting the sales strategy to prospective customers
Deepen and Strengthen Existing Customer Relationships
Visiting all customers within the assigned territory on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis
Conducting business reviews to determine existing customers needs and areas of opportunity for growing sales
Providing ongoing training to customers on Gordon Food Service product offerings
Identifying opportunities within existing customers businesses where Gordon Food Service can add value through product and service offerings
Sales Territory Management
Balancing new customers acquisition and deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships
Coordinating visits to prospective customers and existing customers
Communicating order status and order processing updates to customers
Sales Training - Getting you Ready
Gordon Food Service's goal during your first 90 days is to set you up for success! This includes engaging you in various training offerings, including e-learning, classroom sessions, video roleplays, job shadowing, and peer salesrepresentative mentorship. Throughout your first 90 days, you will learn:
How to use Gordon Food Service systems, processes, and tools to manage customer relationships
About the products available to Gordon Food Service customers
The sales process for engaging new customers
How to establish your relationships in the vast network of resources available to you, a Gordon Food Service salesrepresentative
Best practices on developing relationships with current and prospective customers
Strategies on how to effectively manage your territory
Position Requirements
High School Diploma/GED is required
Bachelor's degree and/or culinary certificate preferred
1 year of prior sales, business, or food service experience
Maintaining a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record
Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply.
BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to ************** and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
$58k-72k yearly est. Auto-Apply 9d ago
Outside Sales Representative
Gordon Food Service 4.4
Lima, OH jobs
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
Overview
For over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered the excellence, expertise, and quality products our customers need to design successful food operations and experiences. We've grown to be the largest family-operated broadline food distribution company in North America by being passionately committed to the people we serve.
At Gordon Food Service, our customers come first. As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you will cultivate relationships, develop new business, and provide innovative solutions to our customers, helping them to achieve their goals and, in return, yours!
This position will reside in: Lima, Ohio
Position Benefits
* A generous 401(k) matching program that is above industry standards
* Financial rewards for performance compensation structure which includes salary, commission, and bonuses
* Low-cost benefit options for you and your family's health and future
* An Automobile expense reimbursement plan
* Cell phone reimbursement plan
Outside Food SalesRepresentative
We invite you to join our sales team where you'll experience a world where servant leadership and cutting-edge tools and training come together to support your career growth and financial objectives.
As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you'll be responsible for the overall sales and relationship management efforts for existing and prospective customers within your assigned territory. This includes pursuing new customers, deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships, and sales territory management.
Pursuing New Customers
* Researching industry and market trends impacting restaurants within your territory
* Identifying and researching prospective customers within your territory
* Developing sales strategies that highlight products, services, values, and solutions offered by Gordon Food Service and presenting the sales strategy to prospective customers
Deepen and Strengthen Existing Customer Relationships
* Visiting all customers within the assigned territory on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis
* Conducting business reviews to determine existing customers needs and areas of opportunity for growing sales
* Providing ongoing training to customers on Gordon Food Service product offerings
* Identifying opportunities within existing customers businesses where Gordon Food Service can add value through product and service offerings
Sales Territory Management
* Balancing new customers acquisition and deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships
* Coordinating visits to prospective customers and existing customers
* Communicating order status and order processing updates to customers
Sales Training - Getting you Ready
Gordon Food Service's goal during your first 90 days is to set you up for success! This includes engaging you in various training offerings, including e-learning, classroom sessions, video roleplays, job shadowing, and peer salesrepresentative mentorship. Throughout your first 90 days, you will learn:
* How to use Gordon Food Service systems, processes, and tools to manage customer relationships
* About the products available to Gordon Food Service customers
* The sales process for engaging new customers
* How to establish your relationships in the vast network of resources available to you, a Gordon Food Service salesrepresentative
* Best practices on developing relationships with current and prospective customers
* Strategies on how to effectively manage your territory
Position Requirements
* High School Diploma/GED is required
* Bachelor's degree and/or culinary certificate preferred
* 1 year of prior sales, business, or food service experience
* Maintaining a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record
* Ability to obtain your food safety certification
Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply.
BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to ************** and use the words "Accommodation Request" in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
$59k-72k yearly est. Auto-Apply 35d ago
Outside Sales Representative
Gordon Food Service 4.4
Lima, OH jobs
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
Overview
For over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered the excellence, expertise, and quality products our customers need to design successful food operations and experiences. We've grown to be the largest family-operated broadline food distribution company in North America by being passionately committed to the people we serve.
At Gordon Food Service, our customers come first. As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you will cultivate relationships, develop new business, and provide innovative solutions to our customers, helping them to achieve their goals and, in return, yours!
This position will reside in: Lima, Ohio
Position Benefits
A generous 401(k) matching program that is above industry standards
Financial rewards for performance compensation structure which includes salary, commission, and bonuses
Low-cost benefit options for you and your family's health and future
An Automobile expense reimbursement plan
Cell phone reimbursement plan
Outside Food SalesRepresentative
We invite you to join our sales team where you'll experience a world where servant leadership and cutting-edge tools and training come together to support your career growth and financial objectives.
As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you'll be responsible for the overall sales and relationship management efforts for existing and prospective customers within your assigned territory. This includes pursuing new customers, deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships, and sales territory management.
Pursuing New Customers
Researching industry and market trends impacting restaurants within your territory
Identifying and researching prospective customers within your territory
Developing sales strategies that highlight products, services, values, and solutions offered by Gordon Food Service and presenting the sales strategy to prospective customers
Deepen and Strengthen Existing Customer Relationships
Visiting all customers within the assigned territory on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis
Conducting business reviews to determine existing customers needs and areas of opportunity for growing sales
Providing ongoing training to customers on Gordon Food Service product offerings
Identifying opportunities within existing customers businesses where Gordon Food Service can add value through product and service offerings
Sales Territory Management
Balancing new customers acquisition and deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships
Coordinating visits to prospective customers and existing customers
Communicating order status and order processing updates to customers
Sales Training - Getting you Ready
Gordon Food Service's goal during your first 90 days is to set you up for success! This includes engaging you in various training offerings, including e-learning, classroom sessions, video roleplays, job shadowing, and peer salesrepresentative mentorship. Throughout your first 90 days, you will learn:
How to use Gordon Food Service systems, processes, and tools to manage customer relationships
About the products available to Gordon Food Service customers
The sales process for engaging new customers
How to establish your relationships in the vast network of resources available to you, a Gordon Food Service salesrepresentative
Best practices on developing relationships with current and prospective customers
Strategies on how to effectively manage your territory
Position Requirements
High School Diploma/GED is required
Bachelor's degree and/or culinary certificate preferred
1 year of prior sales, business, or food service experience
Maintaining a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record
Ability to obtain your food safety certification
Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply.
BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to ************** and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
$59k-72k yearly est. Auto-Apply 36d ago
Outside Sales Representative
Gordon Food Service 4.4
Cleveland, OH jobs
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
Overview
For over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered the excellence, expertise, and quality products our customers need to design successful food operations and experiences. We've grown to be the largest family-operated broadline food distribution company in North America by being passionately committed to the people we serve.
At Gordon Food Service, our customers come first. As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you will cultivate relationships, develop new business, and provide innovative solutions to our customers, helping them to achieve their goals and, in return, yours!
This position will reside in: Valley View, OH
Position Benefits
* A generous 401(k) matching program that is above industry standards
* Financial rewards for a performance compensation structure which includes salary, commission, and bonuses
* Low-cost benefit options for you and your family's health and future
* An Automobile expense reimbursement plan
* Cell phone reimbursement plan
Outside Food SalesRepresentative
We invite you to join our sales team, where you'll experience a world where servant leadership and cutting-edge tools and training come together to support your career growth and financial objectives.
As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you'll be responsible for the overall sales and relationship management efforts for existing and prospective customers within your assigned territory. This includes pursuing new customers, deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships, and sales territory management.
Pursuing New Customers
* Researching industry and market trends impacting restaurants within your territory
* Identifying and researching prospective customers within your territory
* Developing sales strategies that highlight products, services, values, and solutions offered by Gordon Food Service, and presenting the sales strategy to prospective customers
Deepen and Strengthen Existing Customer Relationships
* Visiting all customers within the assigned territory on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis
* Conducting business reviews to determine existing customers' needs and areas of opportunity for growing sales
* Providing ongoing training to customers on Gordon Food Service product offerings
* Identifying opportunities within existing customers' businesses where Gordon Food Service can add value through product and service offerings
Sales Territory Management
* Balancing new customer acquisition and deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships
* Coordinating visits to prospective customers and existing customers
* Communicating order status and order processing updates to customers
Sales Training - Getting you Ready
Gordon Food Service's goal during your first 90 days is to set you up for success! This includes engaging you in various training offerings, including e-learning, classroom sessions, video roleplays, job shadowing, and peer salesrepresentative mentorship. Throughout your first 90 days, you will learn:
* How to use Gordon Food Service systems, processes, and tools to manage customer relationships
* About the products available to Gordon Food Service customers
* The sales process for engaging new customers
* How to establish your relationships in the vast network of resources available to you, a Gordon Food Service salesrepresentative
* Best practices on developing relationships with current and prospective customers
* Strategies on how to effectively manage your territory
Position Requirements
* High School Diploma/GED is required
* Bachelor's degree and/or culinary certificate preferred
* 1 year of prior sales, business, or food service experience
* Maintaining a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record
* Ability to obtain your food safety certification
Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply
BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to ************** and use the words "Accommodation Request" in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
$59k-73k yearly est. Auto-Apply 12d ago
Outside Sales Representative
Gordon Food Service 4.4
Cleveland, OH jobs
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
Overview
For over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered the excellence, expertise, and quality products our customers need to design successful food operations and experiences. We've grown to be the largest family-operated broadline food distribution company in North America by being passionately committed to the people we serve.
At Gordon Food Service, our customers come first. As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you will cultivate relationships, develop new business, and provide innovative solutions to our customers, helping them to achieve their goals and, in return, yours!
This position will reside in: Valley View, OH
Position Benefits
A generous 401(k) matching program that is above industry standards
Financial rewards for a performance compensation structure which includes salary, commission, and bonuses
Low-cost benefit options for you and your family's health and future
An Automobile expense reimbursement plan
Cell phone reimbursement plan
Outside Food SalesRepresentative
We invite you to join our sales team, where you'll experience a world where servant leadership and cutting-edge tools and training come together to support your career growth and financial objectives.
As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you'll be responsible for the overall sales and relationship management efforts for existing and prospective customers within your assigned territory. This includes pursuing new customers, deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships, and sales territory management.
Pursuing New Customers
Researching industry and market trends impacting restaurants within your territory
Identifying and researching prospective customers within your territory
Developing sales strategies that highlight products, services, values, and solutions offered by Gordon Food Service, and presenting the sales strategy to prospective customers
Deepen and Strengthen Existing Customer Relationships
Visiting all customers within the assigned territory on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis
Conducting business reviews to determine existing customers' needs and areas of opportunity for growing sales
Providing ongoing training to customers on Gordon Food Service product offerings
Identifying opportunities within existing customers' businesses where Gordon Food Service can add value through product and service offerings
Sales Territory Management
Balancing new customer acquisition and deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships
Coordinating visits to prospective customers and existing customers
Communicating order status and order processing updates to customers
Sales Training - Getting you Ready
Gordon Food Service's goal during your first 90 days is to set you up for success! This includes engaging you in various training offerings, including e-learning, classroom sessions, video roleplays, job shadowing, and peer salesrepresentative mentorship. Throughout your first 90 days, you will learn:
How to use Gordon Food Service systems, processes, and tools to manage customer relationships
About the products available to Gordon Food Service customers
The sales process for engaging new customers
How to establish your relationships in the vast network of resources available to you, a Gordon Food Service salesrepresentative
Best practices on developing relationships with current and prospective customers
Strategies on how to effectively manage your territory
Position Requirements
High School Diploma/GED is required
Bachelor's degree and/or culinary certificate preferred
1 year of prior sales, business, or food service experience
Maintaining a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record
Ability to obtain your food safety certification
Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to ************** and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
$59k-73k yearly est. Auto-Apply 13d ago
Outside Sales Representative
Gordon Food Service 4.4
Cleveland, OH jobs
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
Overview
For over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered the excellence, expertise, and quality products our customers need to design successful food operations and experiences. We've grown to be the largest family-operated broadline food distribution company in North America by being passionately committed to the people we serve.
At Gordon Food Service, our customers come first. As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you will cultivate relationships, develop new business, and provide innovative solutions to our customers, helping them to achieve their goals and, in return, yours!
This position will reside in: Valley View, OH
Position Benefits
A generous 401(k) matching program that is above industry standards
Financial rewards for a performance compensation structure which includes salary, commission, and bonuses
Low-cost benefit options for you and your family's health and future
An Automobile expense reimbursement plan
Cell phone reimbursement plan
Outside Food SalesRepresentative
We invite you to join our sales team, where you'll experience a world where servant leadership and cutting-edge tools and training come together to support your career growth and financial objectives.
As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you'll be responsible for the overall sales and relationship management efforts for existing and prospective customers within your assigned territory. This includes pursuing new customers, deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships, and sales territory management.
Pursuing New Customers
Researching industry and market trends impacting restaurants within your territory
Identifying and researching prospective customers within your territory
Developing sales strategies that highlight products, services, values, and solutions offered by Gordon Food Service, and presenting the sales strategy to prospective customers
Deepen and Strengthen Existing Customer Relationships
Visiting all customers within the assigned territory on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis
Conducting business reviews to determine existing customers' needs and areas of opportunity for growing sales
Providing ongoing training to customers on Gordon Food Service product offerings
Identifying opportunities within existing customers' businesses where Gordon Food Service can add value through product and service offerings
Sales Territory Management
Balancing new customer acquisition and deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships
Coordinating visits to prospective customers and existing customers
Communicating order status and order processing updates to customers
Sales Training - Getting you Ready
Gordon Food Service's goal during your first 90 days is to set you up for success! This includes engaging you in various training offerings, including e-learning, classroom sessions, video roleplays, job shadowing, and peer salesrepresentative mentorship. Throughout your first 90 days, you will learn:
How to use Gordon Food Service systems, processes, and tools to manage customer relationships
About the products available to Gordon Food Service customers
The sales process for engaging new customers
How to establish your relationships in the vast network of resources available to you, a Gordon Food Service salesrepresentative
Best practices on developing relationships with current and prospective customers
Strategies on how to effectively manage your territory
Position Requirements
High School Diploma/GED is required
Bachelor's degree and/or culinary certificate preferred
1 year of prior sales, business, or food service experience
Maintaining a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record
Ability to obtain your food safety certification
Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply
BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to ************** and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
$59k-73k yearly est. Auto-Apply 12d ago
Outside Sales Representative
Gordon Food Service 4.4
Akron, OH jobs
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
Overview
For over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered the excellence, expertise, and quality products our customers need to design successful food operations and experiences. We've grown to be the largest family-operated broadline food distribution company in North America by being passionately committed to the people we serve.
At Gordon Food Service, our customers come first. As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you will cultivate relationships, develop new business, and provide innovative solutions to our customers, helping them to achieve their goals and, in return, yours!
This position will reside in: Akron, OH
Position Benefits
A generous 401(k) matching program that is above industry standards
Financial rewards for a performance compensation structure which includes salary, commission, and bonuses
Low-cost benefit options for you and your family's health and future
An Automobile expense reimbursement plan
Cell phone reimbursement plan
Outside Food SalesRepresentative
We invite you to join our sales team where you'll experience a world where servant leadership and cutting-edge tools and training come together to support your career growth and financial objectives.
As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you'll be responsible for the overall sales and relationship management efforts for existing and prospective customers within your assigned territory. This includes pursuing new customers, deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships, and sales territory management.
Pursuing New Customers
Researching industry and market trends impacting restaurants within your territory
Identifying and researching prospective customers within your territory
Developing sales strategies that highlight products, services, values, and solutions offered by Gordon Food Service and presenting the sales strategy to prospective customers
Deepen and Strengthen Existing Customer Relationships
Visiting all customers within the assigned territory on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis
Conducting business reviews to determine existing customers needs and areas of opportunity for growing sales
Providing ongoing training to customers on Gordon Food Service product offerings
Identifying opportunities within existing customers businesses where Gordon Food Service can add value through product and service offerings
Sales Territory Management
Balancing new customers acquisition and deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships
Coordinating visits to prospective customers and existing customers
Communicating order status and order processing updates to customers
Sales Training - Getting you Ready
Gordon Food Service's goal during your first 90 days is to set you up for success! This includes engaging you in various training offerings, including e-learning, classroom sessions, video roleplays, job shadowing, and peer salesrepresentative mentorship. Throughout your first 90 days, you will learn:
How to use Gordon Food Service systems, processes, and tools to manage customer relationships
About the products available to Gordon Food Service customers
The sales process for engaging new customers
How to establish your relationships in the vast network of resources available to you, a Gordon Food Service salesrepresentative
Best practices on developing relationships with current and prospective customers
Strategies on how to effectively manage your territory
Position Requirements
High School Diploma/GED is required
Bachelor's degree and/or culinary certificate preferred
1 year of prior sales, business, or food service experience
Maintaining a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record
Ability to obtain your food safety certification
Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply
BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to ************** and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
$59k-73k yearly est. Auto-Apply 13d ago
Outside Sales Representative
Gordon Food Service 4.4
Akron, OH jobs
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
Overview
For over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered the excellence, expertise, and quality products our customers need to design successful food operations and experiences. We've grown to be the largest family-operated broadline food distribution company in North America by being passionately committed to the people we serve.
At Gordon Food Service, our customers come first. As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you will cultivate relationships, develop new business, and provide innovative solutions to our customers, helping them to achieve their goals and, in return, yours!
This position will reside in: Akron, OH
Position Benefits
A generous 401(k) matching program that is above industry standards
Financial rewards for a performance compensation structure which includes salary, commission, and bonuses
Low-cost benefit options for you and your family's health and future
An Automobile expense reimbursement plan
Cell phone reimbursement plan
Outside Food SalesRepresentative
We invite you to join our sales team where you'll experience a world where servant leadership and cutting-edge tools and training come together to support your career growth and financial objectives.
As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you'll be responsible for the overall sales and relationship management efforts for existing and prospective customers within your assigned territory. This includes pursuing new customers, deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships, and sales territory management.
Pursuing New Customers
Researching industry and market trends impacting restaurants within your territory
Identifying and researching prospective customers within your territory
Developing sales strategies that highlight products, services, values, and solutions offered by Gordon Food Service and presenting the sales strategy to prospective customers
Deepen and Strengthen Existing Customer Relationships
Visiting all customers within the assigned territory on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis
Conducting business reviews to determine existing customers needs and areas of opportunity for growing sales
Providing ongoing training to customers on Gordon Food Service product offerings
Identifying opportunities within existing customers businesses where Gordon Food Service can add value through product and service offerings
Sales Territory Management
Balancing new customers acquisition and deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships
Coordinating visits to prospective customers and existing customers
Communicating order status and order processing updates to customers
Sales Training - Getting you Ready
Gordon Food Service's goal during your first 90 days is to set you up for success! This includes engaging you in various training offerings, including e-learning, classroom sessions, video roleplays, job shadowing, and peer salesrepresentative mentorship. Throughout your first 90 days, you will learn:
How to use Gordon Food Service systems, processes, and tools to manage customer relationships
About the products available to Gordon Food Service customers
The sales process for engaging new customers
How to establish your relationships in the vast network of resources available to you, a Gordon Food Service salesrepresentative
Best practices on developing relationships with current and prospective customers
Strategies on how to effectively manage your territory
Position Requirements
High School Diploma/GED is required
Bachelor's degree and/or culinary certificate preferred
1 year of prior sales, business, or food service experience
Maintaining a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record
Ability to obtain your food safety certification
Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply
BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to ************** and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
$59k-73k yearly est. Auto-Apply 12d ago
Outside Sales Representative
Gordon Food Service 4.4
Cincinnati, OH jobs
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
Overview
For over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered the excellence, expertise, and quality products our customers need to design successful food operations and experiences. We've grown to be the largest family-operated broadline food distribution company in North America by being passionately committed to the people we serve.
At Gordon Food Service, our customers come first. As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you will cultivate relationships, develop new business, and provide innovative solutions to our customers, helping them to achieve their goals and, in return, yours!
This position will reside in: Cincinnati, Ohio.
Position Benefits
A generous 401(k) matching program that is above industry standards
Financial rewards for performance compensation structure which includes salary, commission, and bonuses
Low-cost benefit options for you and your family's health and future
An Automobile expense reimbursement plan
Cell phone reimbursement plan
Outside Food SalesRepresentative
We invite you to join our sales team where you'll experience a world where servant leadership and cutting-edge tools and training come together to support your career growth and financial objectives.
As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you'll be responsible for the overall sales and relationship management efforts for existing and prospective customers within your assigned territory. This includes pursuing new customers, deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships, and sales territory management.
Pursuing New Customers
Researching industry and market trends impacting restaurants within your territory
Identifying and researching prospective customers within your territory
Developing sales strategies that highlight products, services, values, and solutions offered by Gordon Food Service and presenting the sales strategy to prospective customers
Deepen and Strengthen Existing Customer Relationships
Visiting all customers within the assigned territory on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis
Conducting business reviews to determine existing customers needs and areas of opportunity for growing sales
Providing ongoing training to customers on Gordon Food Service product offerings
Identifying opportunities within existing customers businesses where Gordon Food Service can add value through product and service offerings
Sales Territory Management
Balancing new customers acquisition and deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships
Coordinating visits to prospective customers and existing customers
Communicating order status and order processing updates to customers
Sales Training - Getting you Ready
Gordon Food Service's goal during your first 90 days is to set you up for success! This includes engaging you in various training offerings, including e-learning, classroom sessions, video roleplays, job shadowing, and peer salesrepresentative mentorship. Throughout your first 90 days, you will learn:
How to use Gordon Food Service systems, processes, and tools to manage customer relationships
About the products available to Gordon Food Service customers
The sales process for engaging new customers
How to establish your relationships in the vast network of resources available to you, a Gordon Food Service salesrepresentative
Best practices on developing relationships with current and prospective customers
Strategies on how to effectively manage your territory
Position Requirements
High School Diploma/GED is required
Bachelor's degree and/or culinary certificate preferred
1 year of prior sales, business, or food service experience
Maintaining a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record
Ability to obtain your food safety certification
Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply.
BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to ************** and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
$58k-72k yearly est. Auto-Apply 26d ago
Outside Sales Representative
Gordon Food Service 4.4
Canton, OH jobs
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
Overview
For over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered the excellence, expertise, and quality products our customers need to design successful food operations and experiences. We've grown to be the largest family-operated broadline food distribution company in North America by being passionately committed to the people we serve.
At Gordon Food Service, our customers come first. As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you will cultivate relationships, develop new business, and provide innovative solutions to our customers, helping them to achieve their goals and, in return, yours!
This position will reside in: Akron, OH
Position Benefits
* A generous 401(k) matching program that is above industry standards
* Financial rewards for a performance compensation structure which includes salary, commission, and bonuses
* Low-cost benefit options for you and your family's health and future
* An Automobile expense reimbursement plan
* Cell phone reimbursement plan
Outside Food SalesRepresentative
We invite you to join our sales team where you'll experience a world where servant leadership and cutting-edge tools and training come together to support your career growth and financial objectives.
As an Outside Food SalesRepresentative, you'll be responsible for the overall sales and relationship management efforts for existing and prospective customers within your assigned territory. This includes pursuing new customers, deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships, and sales territory management.
Pursuing New Customers
* Researching industry and market trends impacting restaurants within your territory
* Identifying and researching prospective customers within your territory
* Developing sales strategies that highlight products, services, values, and solutions offered by Gordon Food Service and presenting the sales strategy to prospective customers
Deepen and Strengthen Existing Customer Relationships
* Visiting all customers within the assigned territory on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis
* Conducting business reviews to determine existing customers needs and areas of opportunity for growing sales
* Providing ongoing training to customers on Gordon Food Service product offerings
* Identifying opportunities within existing customers businesses where Gordon Food Service can add value through product and service offerings
Sales Territory Management
* Balancing new customers acquisition and deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships
* Coordinating visits to prospective customers and existing customers
* Communicating order status and order processing updates to customers
Sales Training - Getting you Ready
Gordon Food Service's goal during your first 90 days is to set you up for success! This includes engaging you in various training offerings, including e-learning, classroom sessions, video roleplays, job shadowing, and peer salesrepresentative mentorship. Throughout your first 90 days, you will learn:
* How to use Gordon Food Service systems, processes, and tools to manage customer relationships
* About the products available to Gordon Food Service customers
* The sales process for engaging new customers
* How to establish your relationships in the vast network of resources available to you, a Gordon Food Service salesrepresentative
* Best practices on developing relationships with current and prospective customers
* Strategies on how to effectively manage your territory
Position Requirements
* High School Diploma/GED is required
* Bachelor's degree and/or culinary certificate preferred
* 1 year of prior sales, business, or food service experience
* Maintaining a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record
* Ability to obtain your food safety certification
Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply
BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to ************** and use the words "Accommodation Request" in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.