District Sales Representative - Belleville

Gordon Food Service; Ontario; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a key player in the food service industry! In this commissioned role, you will act as the primary liaison between customers and the organization, focusing on order management, delivery coordination, and relationship development. Your contributions will help expand customer relationships and secure new business. The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, training opportunities, and a family-oriented culture, making it an exciting place to grow your career. If you are goal-oriented and passionate about customer service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Prescription Drug Benefits

Company Matched Retirement Program

Profit Sharing

Employee Discounts

Training Opportunities

Employee Appreciation Events

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Sales Experience

Customer Focus

Effective Communication

Time Management

Negotiation Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience

Tools

CRM Tools

Job description

Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are considering opportunities with us. Here's a quick overview 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 Summary

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.

Location Requirement

The successful candidate should reside in the Belleville area.

What We Offer

• This is a commissioned role.
• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and EAP Benefits after 30 days of employment.
• Comprehensive customizable benefits program including dental, vision, prescription drugs, and extended health coverage.
• Company matched retirement program.
• Profit sharing.
• Training and career advancement opportunities.
• Gordon Food Service product discounts.
• Employee appreciation events.
• Family-oriented culture.

Key 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.

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. 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 embraces diverse talent. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, or other protected grounds.

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