Outside Food Sales Representative

Gordon Food Service is a renowned leader in the food distribution industry with a remarkable legacy spanning over 129 years. As the largest family-operated broadline food distribution company in North America, Gordon Food Service is dedicated to delivering exceptional quality products, expertise, and outstanding service to its customers. With a passion for serving the needs of the foodservice community, the company has grown extensively by focusing on customer satisfaction and innovation in the food distribution market. Their commitment to excellence and their people has positioned them as a trusted partner for food operations, helping create successful and memorable food experiences across a variety of industry segments.

The Outside Food Sales Representative role at Gordon Food Service, based in Denver, CO, is an exciting opportunity for individuals who thrive in a dynamic sales-driven environment and seek to build meaningful relationships with customers. This position is vital for driving business growth by cultivating new client relationships and strengthening existing partnerships within an assigned territory. As an Outside Food Sales Representative, you will be responsible for identifying prospects, researching market trends, and developing innovative sales strategies that align with customer needs and company values. The role includes territory management, balancing the acquisition of new customers with the ongoing nurturing of existing accounts to maximize sales opportunities.

The company offers a competitive salary range of $70,000 to $90,000 during your training period, reflecting its commitment to rewarding performance and career progression. Additionally, Gordon Food Service invests in its people through comprehensive and continuous training programs, including e-learning, job shadowing, and peer mentorship, ensuring you have all the tools and knowledge required to succeed. Training covers product knowledge, sales techniques, customer relationship management systems, and territory management strategies.

Moreover, as part of the benefits package, the company provides a generous 401(k) matching program above industry standards, low-cost health benefit options for employees and their families, automobile and cell phone expense reimbursements, creating a supportive and rewarding work environment. Gordon Food Service values servant leadership and offers a culture where personal growth and professional success go hand-in-hand.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about foodservice, sales, and relationship building, who is ready to make a significant impact on the success of their customers and the company. With a strong emphasis on providing innovative solutions and a customer-first mindset, this position offers a career path filled with potential and growth in a supportive and inclusive company culture. Gordon Food Service also encourages veterans and active military members to apply, reinforcing its commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workforce.