Sales Consultant Trainee

Sysco (old); Edmonton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco is seeking a Sales Consultant Trainee to develop foundational sales skills and build a customer base within an assigned territory. You will learn Sysco's sales processes, product offerings, and customer service standards while supporting experienced colleagues and growing your pipeline.

Responsibilities include prospecting, presenting solutions, preparing proposals, and collaborating with operations and marketing to ensure timely delivery and excellent service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• Foundational sales and customer relationship abilities.
• Willingness to learn Sysco's processes and offerings.

Responsibilities

• Prospect for new business opportunities and generate leads.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential customers.
• Present Sysco's products and services, addressing needs with solutions.
• Prepare sales proposals and presentations; negotiate pricing within guidelines.
• Process orders and coordinate with operations to ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Rapport building

Sales & negotiation

Organizational skills

Learning agility

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in related discipline

4 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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.PurposeThe Sales Consultant Trainee (SCT) is an entry-level sales position focused on developing foundational sales skills and building a customer base within an assigned territory. The ASC works closely with experienced Sales Consultants and other team members to learn Sysco's sales processes, product offerings, and customer service standards.ResponsibilitiesProspect for new business opportunities and generate leads.Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential customers.Present Sysco's products and services to customers, addressing their needs and providing solutions.Prepare sales proposals and presentations.Negotiate pricing and contracts within established guidelines.Process customer orders and ensure accurate and timely delivery.Provide excellent customer service and resolve customer issues.Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., operations, credit, marketing) to support customer needs.Maintain accurate sales records and reports using CRM and other sales tools.Participate in sales meetings, training programs, and other development activities.SkillsAbility to build rapport and establish customer relationships.Basic sales and negotiation skills.Strong organizational and time management skills.Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.Proficiency in basic computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).CertificationsEducationBachelor's degree in related discipline or an additional 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of degreeExperience0-2+ years of experiencePhysical DemandsRequires frequent driving, standing, walking, and occasional lifting (up to 20 lbs).Travel Requirements0-25%