Sales Consultant

FHLB Des Moines; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco is seeking a Sales Consultant based in Washington, DC. This role focuses on promoting Sysco’s products and services to existing and new accounts. The successful candidate will manage a diverse customer base, providing support to help them succeed while meeting sales goals.

Preferred qualifications include at least 2 years in sales and a high school degree. The position also requires proficiency in Excel and good communication skills. A strong background in restaurant management or chef experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of sales, restaurant management or related experience.
• 1 year of outside foodservice sales experience preferred.
• Restaurant management/chef experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Managing existing customer base and providing marketing support.
• Prospecting/opening new accounts to meet company objectives.
• Collecting past due balances and maintaining customer relationships.

Skills

Proficient in Excel

Good communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

High School degree or equivalent

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

## Sales ConsultantApplylocations: Coastal Sunbelt Produce - Virginiatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R255657**Company:**US1601 Coastal Sunbelt Produce, LLC**Sales Territory:**US-DC-Washington, US-VA-Alexandria, US-VA-Arlington, US-VA-Northern**Zip Code:**22546**Travel Percentage:**Up to 75%**COMPENSATION** **INFORMATION:**The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco’s actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors**JOB SUMMARY**This is an outside sales position responsible for promoting the company's products and services and for building relationships with new and existing accounts. The main focus is to help Freshpoint customers succeed while achieving sales and profit goals established by the company. This position may require working some non-traditional hours (evening, weekends, and holidays) to successfully meet customers' needs.**The work territory of this position is Washington, DC and Northern Virginia, specifically Arlington, Alexandria, and Eastern Washington, DC. You must live no further than 30 miles from the territory or be willing to relocate at your own expense (relocation assistance is not available for this position).****RESPONSIBILITIES*** Managing existing customer base. Visit weekly, provide marketing flyers, menu ideas and market updates.* Prospecting/opening new accounts to meet company objectives and CMP goals.* Pricing and order-guide building* Collecting past due balances* Attend all sales meetings and trainings* Maintain a great working relationship with customer service department and operational teams.**QUALIFICATIONS** **Education*** High School degree or equivalent**Experience*** Minimum 2 years of sales, and/or chef/restaurant management experience, and/or related (Business, Sales, Marketing, Hospitality; or Culinary Arts) degree.* 1 year of outside foodservice sales experience preferred* Restaurant management / chef experience preferred**Skills*** Proficient in Excel, Word, Microsoft Outlook, and some knowledge of Salesforce a plus* Working knowledge of warehouse distribution, a plus* Good communication skills* Detail-oriented**Decision Making Authority*** Profitability of a customer* Most important decisions made with review and approval of other individuals or supervisors (include the reviews/approvals required):* Customer credits and pricing#LI-SA1**BENEFITS INFORMATION:**For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com**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.**AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:**Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.