Account Executive

US Foods; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

US Foods, Inc. is seeking a results-driven sales professional to own assigned customer relationships in the Minnesota market.

The role requires travel four days per week, lead a sales team with the Account Coordinator and Customer Service Representatives, and achieve the annual sales plan through growth and contract penetration. You will present new ideas and products from primary vendors to secure account loyalty, manage product mix for profit and compliance, and communicate performance,

Qualifications

• Requires at least three years of sales or distribution experience in foodservice or related field.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills required.
• Experience working with customers to grow accounts and meet sales goals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain existing accounts through in-person visits and follow‑ups.
• Travel four days per week to cover customers in the assigned territory.
• Achieve the annual sales plan through growth and penetration of existing accounts.
• Present new ideas and products to secure account loyalty and profitability.
• Lead the sales team efforts of Account Coordinator and Customer Service Representatives.
• Coordinate with operations and purchasing to maximize contract compliance and service.
• Prepare and review business reviews with customers to communicate performance.

Skills

Excellent communication

Negotiation skills

Problem solving

Customer service

Presentation abilities

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Marketing preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Job description

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITEJoin Our Community of Food People!Owns assigned customer relationships and drives sales growth, item and category penetration and profitability of those relationships. Coordinates and leads efforts of the Customer Service Representative and Account Coordinator as a unified sales team to ensure optimal account service and alignment with the customer's contract. This position is characterized by a sustained record of sales achievement and complete knowledge of the organization's policies, products and services.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESDevelop and maintain existing accounts through personal visits and follow-up on a systematic basis. Travel required; anticipated field time at least four days per week.Responsible for achieving annual sales plan through growth and penetration of existing accounts.Present new ideas and products from primary vendors and exclusive brand products to secure account penetration and loyalty. Manage product mix to maximize profit goals and contract compliance.Communicate with customers to apprise them of mutual performance, new products, programs and market trends both informally as needed and through periodic, formal Business Reviews.Ultimately responsible for results of sales team (Account Coordinator and Customer Service Representatives) actions relative to assigned accounts. Lead sales team accordingly to:• Ensure optimum service to accounts including coordination with operational and purchasing functions, as needed.• Maximize AE time spent with customers.• Meet or exceed accounts receivable currency targets including coordinating with central AR as needed.• Review all accounts to ensure program compliance, develop unique sales approach, identify needs, and expand sales.• Maintain a profile on all accounts to include order guides, statements periodicals and overall reporting. Verify pricing information to ensure correctness.Attend Sales Meetings, Training Sessions, Food Shows, and Conferences as deemed necessary by Management and Customer requirements.Set-up and support rollout of new accounts as assigned.SUPERVISIONNoneRELATIONSHIPSInternal: Customer Service Representatives, Account Coordinator, VP of National Sales and National Sales management, Accounting, Purchasing, OperationsExternal: Customers, VendorsQUALIFICATIONSEducation/Training: High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in Business/Marketing preferred.Related Experience: A minimum of three years of sales or distribution experience required (foodservice industry or related preferred). Experience in restaurant operations desirable. Experience using quantitative & qualitative research data will be helpful.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as customer service and presentation abilities. Should also have demonstrated problem solving ability and negotiation skills. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel required.Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state or local minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between$65,000 - $105,000***EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***