Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
competitive base salary
bonus
Promotional incentive opportunities
Car allowance
Cell phone
Employee stock purchase plan
401(k) with automatic matching
Job Description
Sysco is a leading global foodservice distribution company dedicated to delivering superior products and services to restaurants, healthcare, educational facilities, and hospitality businesses. Located in Lindon, UT, this branch focuses on serving the local foodservice industry with a wide range of food products and culinary supplies. Sysco prides itself on fostering a culture of growth, innovation, and community support, making it a top choice for professionals seeking long-term career opportunities in sales and foodservice management. Known for its exceptional customer service and commitment to employee development, Sysco offers a dynamic work environment with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for advancement within the company.
The Sales Professional role in the Lindon, UT area is a strategic outside sales position aimed at promoting Sysco's extensive line of products and services while building and maintaining strong relationships with new and existing accounts. The ideal candidate will be located within one hour of the Lindon territory or willing to relocate independently before their start date, as relocation support is not provided. This role requires a motivated individual who thrives on meeting customer needs, driving sales growth, and contributing to the company's profitability. The Sales Professional will focus on developing new business opportunities, penetrating existing accounts, minimizing lost business, and achieving both sales and profit objectives.
This position involves working some non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to align with customer demands and maximize service delivery. Responsibilities include prospecting for new business aligned with company goals, researching customer needs to offer tailored product and service recommendations, and staying current on market conditions and competitors to provide valuable insights to customers. The Sales Professional will also be tasked with training customer personnel, handling account receivables collaboratively with the credit department, managing deliveries, and troubleshooting order process issues. Engaging in company functions, promotions, sales meetings, and continuous training sessions is essential for success in this role.
Sysco emphasizes career growth and employee recognition, offering competitive base salaries, bonus structures, promotional incentive opportunities, and robust benefits such as an employee stock purchase plan and 401(k) with automatic matching. Additional perks include a car allowance or mileage reimbursement, a company-provided cell phone, specialized sales training, and monthly and annual sales rewards. This role provides unparalleled exposure to diverse foodservice segments and the chance to be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to supporting communities and associates. As a key contributor to the sales team, the Sales Professional will assist in training new employees and participate in data analysis to optimize sales strategies. Overall, this position presents an excellent opportunity for experienced sales professionals, restaurant managers, culinary managers, or chefs looking for career development and to make a significant impact in the foodservice industry.
The Sales Professional role in the Lindon, UT area is a strategic outside sales position aimed at promoting Sysco's extensive line of products and services while building and maintaining strong relationships with new and existing accounts. The ideal candidate will be located within one hour of the Lindon territory or willing to relocate independently before their start date, as relocation support is not provided. This role requires a motivated individual who thrives on meeting customer needs, driving sales growth, and contributing to the company's profitability. The Sales Professional will focus on developing new business opportunities, penetrating existing accounts, minimizing lost business, and achieving both sales and profit objectives.
This position involves working some non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to align with customer demands and maximize service delivery. Responsibilities include prospecting for new business aligned with company goals, researching customer needs to offer tailored product and service recommendations, and staying current on market conditions and competitors to provide valuable insights to customers. The Sales Professional will also be tasked with training customer personnel, handling account receivables collaboratively with the credit department, managing deliveries, and troubleshooting order process issues. Engaging in company functions, promotions, sales meetings, and continuous training sessions is essential for success in this role.
Sysco emphasizes career growth and employee recognition, offering competitive base salaries, bonus structures, promotional incentive opportunities, and robust benefits such as an employee stock purchase plan and 401(k) with automatic matching. Additional perks include a car allowance or mileage reimbursement, a company-provided cell phone, specialized sales training, and monthly and annual sales rewards. This role provides unparalleled exposure to diverse foodservice segments and the chance to be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to supporting communities and associates. As a key contributor to the sales team, the Sales Professional will assist in training new employees and participate in data analysis to optimize sales strategies. Overall, this position presents an excellent opportunity for experienced sales professionals, restaurant managers, culinary managers, or chefs looking for career development and to make a significant impact in the foodservice industry.
Job Requirements
- Reside or willing to relocate within 1 hour of Lindon, UT territory
- willing to work non-traditional hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- submit to pre-employment testing, including drug screen and background check
- sign Sysco Protective Covenants Agreement
- basic PC skills and proficiency with MS Office
- ability to read, write, speak English
Job Qualifications
- 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
- bi-lingual preferred
- restaurant management, foodservice outside sales, chef experience preferred
- valid driver's license with clean driving record
- current automobile insurance meeting liability requirements
Job Duties
- Develop new business
- penetrate existing accounts
- minimize lost business
- seek and qualify prospects
- research customer business needs
- evaluate market trends
- provide product information and training
- drive personal vehicle to accounts
- communicate and collect accounts receivable
- manage deliveries
- participate in company functions and promotions
- attend sales meetings and training
- assist with new employee training
- analyze sales reports
- perform administrative duties
- other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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