Sales Consultant - Barrie

sysco; Barrie; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

RRSP & TFSA

Employee assistance

Stock purchase plan

Disability coverage

Training programs

Job summary

Sysco is seeking a sales professional for a Barrie-area territory with a strong focus on prospecting, needs analysis, and tailored product solutions. The role involves traveling to customer accounts and events to drive growth and customer loyalty.

You will evaluate market trends, provide product information, and collaborate with credit and operations teams to ensure timely deliveries and satisfied customers. This position requires 75% travel and a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in sales or account management.
• Bachelor's degree in related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Ability to learn product information and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and qualify leads based on company account stratification goals.
• Research customer needs and develop tailored product and service solutions.
• Evaluate market trends and recommend relevant products.
• Stay informed about market conditions, product innovations, and competitors.
• Answer customer inquiries about products, pricing, availability, and usage.
• Provide product information and training to customer personnel.
• Drive to customer accounts, conventions, and meetings.
• Manage accounts receivable, working with the credit department.
• Manage deliveries and troubleshoot order issues.
• Participate in company functions, promotions, and customer events.
• Attend sales and district meetings.
• Engage in ongoing training.
• Assist with training new employees.
• Review and analyze sales reports and data.

Skills

Lead qualification

Account management

Trust building

Follow-up skills

Sales ability

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related discipline

Additional 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Territory: Barrie

Salary range: $62,500 - $85,000 +bonus potential

Responsibilities

• Prospect and qualify leads based on company account stratification goals.
• Research customer needs and develop tailored product and service solutions.
• Evaluate market trends and recommend relevant products.
• Stay informed about market conditions, product innovations, and competitors.
• Answer customer inquiries about products, pricing, availability, and usage.
• Provide product information and training to customer personnel.
• Drive to customer accounts, conventions, and meetings.
• Manage accounts receivable, working with the credit department.
• Manage deliveries and troubleshoot order issues.
• Participate in company functions, promotions, and customer events.
• Attend sales and district meetings.
• Engage in ongoing training.
• Assist with training new employees.
• Review and analyze sales reports and data.

Skills

• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build trust and customer loyalty.
• Effective follow-up skills.
• Sales ability and persuasiveness.
• Strong work management and organizational skills.

Certifications/Education

Bachelor's degree in related discipline or an additional 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree

Experience

2+ years of experience

Physical Demands

Requires driving to customer accounts.

Travel Requirements

75%

Sysco is committed to Employment Equity. Accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request for candidates with disabilities.

At Sysco, we aspire to create a global culture that is decidedly diverse, equitable, and inclusive - one where we foster belonging as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. We are Better Together.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations. We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We're looking for talented, hard‑working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

Our Purpose: Connecting the world to share food and care for one another

Our Mission: Delivering success for our customers through industry‑leading people, products and solutions

Our Identity: Together we define our future of foodservice and supply chain

Benefits

• Comprehensive Flexible Benefits including Health and Dental, Health Care Spending and Wellness Accounts
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Optional Insurance
• Parental Leave Plan
• Company Pension Plan
• Group RRSP & TFSA
• Employee and Family Assistance
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Maple Virtual Care
• Unlimited on‑line learning
• Sysco product discounts
• Preferred vendor discounts
• Associate Resource Groups

(*benefits may vary based on location or bargaining unit)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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