Distributor Sales Development Manager (US Foods)

What’s in it For You: 

• The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments 

• Work with the world’s most recognized and iconic brands 

• The ability to make an impact with a company that is passionate about your career development 

• Paid training program where you will learn from subject matter experts with proven success 

• Enjoy a flexible, independent work environment  

• Receive a non-decaled company vehicle for business and personal use  

• Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment – medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more! 

What You Will Do:  

• Cultivate relationships at all levels of distributor and Ecolab associates within the assigned geography 

• Develop and execute business and marketing plans for assigned distributors 

• Meet or exceed sales budget on a consistent basis  

• Introduce new products and enhance distributor sales and service capabilities through presentations, training and demonstrations  

• Educate Distribution Sales Representatives on Ecolab products through effective sales techniques 

Position Details:  

• Candidate must reside within a commutable distance from Milwaukee, WI 

• Territory includes cities within a 75 mile radius of Milwaukee, WI

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Secondary diploma or equivalent certificate 

• 2 years of sales experience OR completion of the Institutional inside sales development program 

• Position requires a current and valid driver's license 

• No Immigration Sponsorship available 

Physical Demands: 

• Drive a company vehicle as required to perform job duties (pre-employment and ongoing motor vehicle record checks will be performed to determine eligibility to drive a company vehicle) 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree 

• 3 years of outside sales experience 

• Previous business to business commercial sales experience 

• Industry related experience in food service, laundry, housekeeping, hospitality and/or pool and spa 

• Proven negotiation, relationship management, communication, and presentation skills 

• Sales specific education or certifications 

About Ecolab Institutional:   

Discover how our partnership with customers helps serve 45 billion restaurant meals and clean more than one billion hotel rooms annually. From restaurants, hotels and long-term care facilities, to schools, commercial buildings and military facilities, Ecolab’s Institutional division provides a comprehensive program of customized cleaning and sanitizing solutions to help meet the specific needs of our customers. Join us and help the biggest and best brands ensure guest safety and satisfaction and protect their reputation.