District Sales Representative

Gordon Food Service; Calgary; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic sales professional to act as a liaison between customers and the company. This role focuses on order management, delivery coordination, and relationship development, with an emphasis on expanding customer relationships and securing new business. The ideal candidate will possess strong sales experience, a customer-centric approach, and effective communication skills. With a commitment to employee growth and a family-oriented culture, this opportunity promises a rewarding career path in the food service industry. Join a team that values integrity and innovation while making a significant impact on the market.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Prescription Drug Benefits

EAP Benefits

Full Flex Benefits Program

Company Matching RRSP

Advancement Opportunities

Profit Sharing

Employee Appreciation Events

Family Culture

Qualifications

• 3+ years in sales or business roles, ideally in food service.
• Strong customer focus and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage orders from placement to delivery, addressing issues.
• Pursue new customer opportunities and strengthen relationships.
• Educate customers on product options and pricing.

Skills

Sales Experience

Customer Focus

Verbal Communication

Time Management

Strategic Thinking

Education

Equivalent Education or Training

Tools

CRM Tools

Job description

Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. Here's 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...

Position Overview

Act as the primary liaison between food service customers and Gordon Food Service, handling order management, delivery coordination, and relationship development in an assigned territory. Focus on expanding existing customer relationships and securing new business by promoting Gordon Food Service products and value-added solutions.

The successful candidate should reside in the Kootenay Area (Kimberly/Fernie/Cranbrook).

What We Offer:

• This is a commissioned role.
• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and EAP Benefits after 30 days of employment
• FULL flex benefits program
• Company matching RRSP
• Advancement opportunities
• Profit Sharing
• 125+ years, family-owned and operated company history
• Employee appreciation events
• Family culture
  

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Order & Delivery Management: Manage orders from placement to delivery, addressing any issues along the way.
• Customer Acquisition & Growth: Pursue new customer opportunities, strengthen current relationships, and identify growth prospects.
• Consultative Sales: Serve as a food service advisor, providing system design guidance and GFS value-added solutions.
• Customer Education: Educate customers on product options, pricing, and availability, including providing samples.
• Account Management: Leverage CRM tools to manage customer data, oversee receivables, and conduct business reviews.
• Route & Performance Management: Achieve KPIs for route growth, apply negotiation strategies, and manage all aspects of the sales cycle.
• Industry Knowledge: Stay updated on industry trends, culinary networks, and customer-focused areas such as sales, profitability, and compliance.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum of three years in sales or business roles, ideally with exposure to food service or preparation; or equivalent education, training, and experience.
• Strong customer focus with effective verbal communication skills.
• Strategic, innovative, and inquisitive, with high integrity.
• Goal-oriented, organized, adaptable, and open to coaching.
• Proven ability to meet sales targets, manage time and territory effectively, and adapt to program changes.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.
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