District Sales Representative - Ottawa Metro

Intercity Packers Ltd.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a District Sales Representative to join their dynamic team in Ottawa. This role involves acting as the primary liaison between food service customers and the company, managing orders, and fostering customer relationships. With a focus on growth and customer satisfaction, you will leverage your sales expertise to promote innovative solutions and enhance service delivery. The company offers a supportive, family-oriented culture with opportunities for advancement and a comprehensive benefits package. If you're passionate about sales and customer service, this position is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the food service industry.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Prescription Drug Benefits

Company Matching RRSP

Profit Sharing

Family-oriented Culture

Opportunities for Advancement

Qualifications

• 3+ years in sales or related roles, preferably in food service.
• Strong customer focus and effective verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage orders from placement to delivery and resolve issues.
• Pursue new customer opportunities and strengthen relationships.

Skills

Sales Experience

Customer Relationship Management

Effective Communication

Goal-oriented

Strategic Thinking

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)

Tools

CRM Software

Job description

District Sales Representative - Ottawa Metro

Apply locations: Ottawa, Ontario, ONT | Time type: Full time | Posted: 3 Days Ago | Job Requisition ID: R-36900

Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited about your interest in opportunities with us. Here's a quick overview of who we are and how you can impact the food service industry. We invite you to join our team.

The successful candidate should reside in Ottawa.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and EFAP Benefits after 30 days of employment
• Full flex benefits program
• Company matching RRSP
• Family-oriented culture
• Opportunities for advancement
• Profit sharing
• Over 125 years of family-owned and operated history

Position Summary

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

Key Responsibilities

• Order & Delivery Management: Manage orders from placement to delivery, resolving any issues that arise.
• 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 promoting GFS solutions.
• Customer Education: Educate customers on product options, pricing, and availability, including providing samples.
• Account Management: Use 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.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years in sales or related business roles, preferably with experience in food service or preparation; or equivalent education and training.
• Strong customer focus with effective verbal communication skills.
• Strategic, innovative, inquisitive, with high integrity.
• Goal-oriented, organized, adaptable, and receptive 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. Only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive work environment that values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, disability, age, or other protected grounds.

If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please email [e-mail] with “Accommodation Request” in the subject line.

About Us

Since 1897, Gordon Food Service has grown into North America's largest family-managed broadline foodservice distribution company. We remain dedicated to our core values: passionately serving customers and employees. Join us and be part of something bigger than yourself.