Strategic Area Sales Manager, Foodservice

Core-Mark; Opelousas (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Performance Foodservice, a PFG broadline distributor, seeks a driven sales professional to develop independent accounts and boost profitability through new sales and account penetration. You will promote company-branded products, support regional/national customers, and strengthen market presence.

Join a team focused on growth, customer service, and a culture of rewards and respect. This role supports the foodservice distribution network across the region with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent.
• 6-12 months sales/marketing and/or restaurant experience.
• Valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Generates additional business through analyzing sales territory and customers; samples products with existing and potential customers; plans general sales strategy including time and territory management; plans approach with individual customers; conducts effective sales presentations.
• Grows sales and profit margins on an ongoing basis to meet goals.
• Sets up new customer accounts by determining pricing; coordinates with Credit for authorization; schedules orders and deliveries; follows up to ensure satisfaction.
• Ensures customer satisfaction by coordinating with center staff to prevent and resolve issues; may make deliveries in emergencies.
• Builds additional business with current customers through product penetration to maximize profitability.
• Monitors pricing trends within territory to ensure competitive pricing and increases market share.

Skills

Sales skills

Customer service

Communication

Territory planning

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree in Business or related

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Salesforce

Job description

Performance Foodservice, a PFG broadline distributor, seeks a driven sales professional to develop independent accounts and boost profitability through new sales and account penetration. You will promote company-branded products, support regional/national customers, and strengthen market presence.

Join a team focused on growth, customer service, and a culture of rewards and respect. This role supports the foodservice distribution network across the region with opportunities for advancement.