Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k)
Employee Discounts
hybrid work schedule
Mentorship programs
Job Description
Gordon Food Service is a prominent and reputable food service distributor dedicated to providing comprehensive solutions that enable restaurants, healthcare facilities, educational institutions, and various other foodservice operations to achieve their goals efficiently and effectively. Established as a key player in the food service industry, Gordon Food Service combines vast product offerings with exceptional customer service, innovative technologies, and custom business solutions to foster strong partnerships and drive growth for their customers. Known for its commitment to excellence and a culture that values diversity, inclusion, and employee development, Gordon Food Service offers a rewarding work environment where employees can advance... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must maintain a valid state driver’s license and safe driving record
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Four or more years of previous sales or business experience
- Excellent supervisory, customer service, problem solving, interpersonal, communication, and mentoring skills
- Good time management, administration, collaboration and organizational skills
- Ability to develop, refine, communicate and implement plans
- Industry and segment knowledge
- Ability to analyze and interpret data
- Strategic thinker with networking skills
- Ability to develop profitability models and other analytical tools
- Ability to read and interpret complex documents
- Good mathematical aptitude
- Availability to work exceptional hours including evenings and weekends
- Possess good evaluation, feedback, and training skills
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Four or more years of sales or business experience
- Strong supervisory and mentoring skills
- Excellent customer service and problem solving skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal abilities
- Good time management and organizational skills
- Ability to analyze data and develop profitability models
- Industry and segment knowledge
- Strategic thinking and networking abilities
- Ability to develop and implement business plans
- Good mathematical aptitude
- Ability to work exceptional hours including evenings and weekends
- Proven evaluation and feedback skills
Job Duties
- Provide development opportunities and mentoring to Customer Development Specialists
- Develop succession plans for the area managed
- Oversee development of business plans for territory and customers
- Assist with new account development and resolve serious customer concerns
- Collaborate with Regional Chain Managers, National Chain Managers, Category Specialists, and Customer Segment Leaders
- Review and analyze weekly and monthly reports to improve sales, margin, manage accounts receivable, and develop staff
- Conduct reviews of performance and modify plans to achieve goals
- Provide and monitor effectiveness of training programs for CDS
- Maintain visibility with key customers and participate in food shows, regional events, and customer trips
- Oversee development of targets for individual CDS and collaborate to meet regional and national business goals
- Manage expense recommendations during Annual Operating Planning process
- Maintain knowledge of industry trends through magazines and culinary organizations
- Interview, hire, train, and retain sales staff
- Conduct performance monitoring and disciplinary actions in consultation with Human Resources
- Mentor, motivate, and develop sales staff
- Perform other duties as assigned
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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