Field Sales Executive, Meat & Protein Solutions

Buckhead & Newport Meat and Seafood; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco Specialty Meat Group (SSMG) seeks a driven sales professional to execute a territory plan in Downtown Chicago, promoting meat and seafood products and securing orders from existing and new customers.

Responsibilities include in-person visits, order input coordination, and timely problem resolution. The role emphasizes strong relationship building and attention to margins, pricing and customer service.

Qualifications

• High School diploma.
• Preferred: 4-year degree in culinary arts, business, marketing, agriculture/animal science or related studies.
• 2 years in food service culinary or sales preferred.
• Experience in meat protein sales COP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish, develop and maintain business relationships with customers in the territory to generate new business.
• Make in-person visits and presentations to customers.
• Take orders aligning with sales and margin goals.
• Coordinate with inside sales to input orders.
• Respond promptly to customer problems and needs.
• Monitor stock levels and transport issues to find quick solutions.
• Review sales and margin reports for improvement opportunities.
• Stay informed on product applications, market conditions and competitors.
• Participate in training and sales meetings.
• Liaise with accounts payable and receivable contacts.

Skills

Consultative sales

Time management

Customer relations

Self-motivation

MS Outlook

Bilingual Spanish

Education

High School diploma

Food/business degree (preferred)

Job description

Sysco Specialty Meat Group (SSMG) seeks a driven sales professional to execute a territory plan in Downtown Chicago, promoting meat and seafood products and securing orders from existing and new customers.

Responsibilities include in-person visits, order input coordination, and timely problem resolution. The role emphasizes strong relationship building and attention to margins, pricing and customer service.