Outside Food Sales Representative
Gordon Food Service, Rochester, New York, United States, 14618
Outside Food Sales Representative
For over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered the excellence, expertise, and quality products our customers need to design successful food operations and experiences. We've grown to be the largest family-operated broadline food distribution company in North America by being passionately committed to the people we serve. At Gordon Food Service, our customers come first. As an Outside Food Sales Representative, you will cultivate relationships, develop new business, and provide innovative solutions to our customers, helping them to achieve their goals and, in return, yours! This position will reside in Rochester, NY. Position benefits include: A generous 401(k) matching program that is above industry standards Financial rewards for performance, Salary Range $70-$80,000 during training. Low-cost benefit options for you and your family's health and future An automobile expense reimbursement plan Cell phone reimbursement plan As an Outside Food Sales Representative, you'll be responsible for the overall sales and relationship management efforts for existing and prospective customers within your assigned territory. This includes: Pursuing new customers Deepen and strengthen existing customer relationships Sales territory management Sales training - getting you ready includes engaging you in various training offerings, including e-learning, job shadowing, and peer sales representative mentorship. Throughout your training, you will learn: How to use Gordon Food Service systems, processes, and tools to manage customer relationships About the products available to Gordon Food Service customers The sales process for engaging new customers How to establish your relationships in the vast network of resources available to you, a Gordon Food Service sales representative Best practices on developing relationships with current and prospective customers Strategies on how to effectively manage your territory Position requirements include: High School Diploma/GED is required Bachelor's degree and/or culinary certificate preferred 1 year of prior sales, business, or food service experience Maintaining a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record Ability to obtain your food safety certification Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply. Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talent@gfs.com and use the words "Accommodation Request" in your subject line. All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free. Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
For over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered the excellence, expertise, and quality products our customers need to design successful food operations and experiences. We've grown to be the largest family-operated broadline food distribution company in North America by being passionately committed to the people we serve. At Gordon Food Service, our customers come first. As an Outside Food Sales Representative, you will cultivate relationships, develop new business, and provide innovative solutions to our customers, helping them to achieve their goals and, in return, yours! This position will reside in Rochester, NY. Position benefits include: A generous 401(k) matching program that is above industry standards Financial rewards for performance, Salary Range $70-$80,000 during training. Low-cost benefit options for you and your family's health and future An automobile expense reimbursement plan Cell phone reimbursement plan As an Outside Food Sales Representative, you'll be responsible for the overall sales and relationship management efforts for existing and prospective customers within your assigned territory. This includes: Pursuing new customers Deepen and strengthen existing customer relationships Sales territory management Sales training - getting you ready includes engaging you in various training offerings, including e-learning, job shadowing, and peer sales representative mentorship. Throughout your training, you will learn: How to use Gordon Food Service systems, processes, and tools to manage customer relationships About the products available to Gordon Food Service customers The sales process for engaging new customers How to establish your relationships in the vast network of resources available to you, a Gordon Food Service sales representative Best practices on developing relationships with current and prospective customers Strategies on how to effectively manage your territory Position requirements include: High School Diploma/GED is required Bachelor's degree and/or culinary certificate preferred 1 year of prior sales, business, or food service experience Maintaining a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record Ability to obtain your food safety certification Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply. Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talent@gfs.com and use the words "Accommodation Request" in your subject line. All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free. Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.