Sales Consultant Trainee

Sysco; Regina; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco Canada - Regina is seeking an entry-level 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 working with experienced colleagues.

Responsibilities include prospecting for new business, building relationships, presenting solutions, and preparing proposals. Travel up to 25% and a driver's license may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline or 4+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
• 0-2+ years of experience in sales or customer-facing roles

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 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 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.

Skills

Build rapport

Sales basics

Negotiation

Time management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or related experience

Tools

CRM

Job description

Purpose

The Sales Consultant Trainee (SC-T) is an entry-level sales position focused on developing foundational sales skills and building a customer base within an assigned territory. The SC-T works closely with experienced Sales Consultants and other team members to learn Sysco's sales processes, product offerings, and customer service standards.

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 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.

Skills

• Ability 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).

Education

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

Experience

0-2+ years of experience

Physical Demands

Requires frequent driving, standing, walking, and occasional lifting (up to 20 lbs).

Travel Requirements

0-25%