Outside Food Sales Representative - Paducah, KY
Company Name:
Gordon Food Service
Do you have experience with Sales?
Do you have a passion to help resturant owners increase their business and be a resources to the food industry?
Are you looking for a new opportunity with a strong, stable and financially smart company?
Do you want the opportunity for advancement in your career?
If so, Gordon Food Service could be the place for you; for more than a century we have been honoring our promises to our customers and employees. As one of the largest privately held foodservice distributors in North America, our family-owned company has a history of pursuing innovative ideas and building strong relationships.
The continued growth of current and new markets allows for the addition of new talent to join our team. We're seeking great people looking for professional and personal growth and a place to make a difference in people's lives. If you are interested in joining an innovative, supportive, values-driven company, we invite you to consider a career with Gordon Food Service.
The _Customer Development Specialist for Commercial Sales_ _ _ has the unique opportunity to manage the business relationships between Gordon Food Service and restaurants, hotels, caterers and other commercial food service customers to achieve both customer growth and profitability.
Some of the initiatives within this position include:
Present the first impression and continually delivering the Gordon Food Service story and image to all of our customers
Travel throughout the assigned territory, calling on existing customers and building relationships with prospective customers
Utilize and apply customer profitability/pricing models to negotiate customer agreements
Oversee and coordinate the demonstration and presentation of products, emphasizing key features to benefit each customer''s operational needs
Create and deliver business plans based on customer goals and objectives
Direct and deliver consultative services such as menu engineering, wait staff and HAACP training through network resources
Conduct Customer Delivery Specialist (CDS) personal results analysis and planning by customer level
Discuss, receive, and verify order information with customers using appropriate methods as needed to include customer credits and to establish sales performance goals
Establish appropriate credit terms, collecting on accounts to manage the credit relationship with our customers
Educate and promote GFS proprietary technology solutions to enhance the customer experience
Develop, oversee, and participate in customer events
Collaborate with food brokers to establish GFS products
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Qualifications:
Demonstrate ability to be a strategic thinker, innovative planner, and how you use creativity to build relationships, network, and link resources
Enthusiastic about meeting the diverse needs of our valued customers
High school diploma or GED equivalent - required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, or Marketing - preferred
Culinary certification a plus
Must maintain a valid state Driver's License and safe driving record
Up to three years previous sales, business, or foodservice experience, or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Strong interest in the foodservice, food business practices, and food preparation are a must to be successful in this role
Comprehensive communication skills
Self-driven, working effectively within a team or on your own
Exceed sales goal achievement and performance measurements
Must be able to travel extensively throughout the region
Reside or willing to relocate to a geographical area within the assigned sales territory
Demonstrate the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
What we offer our employees here at GFS:
A philosophy of what matters to you, matters to us at work in our environment
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance
Short/Long-Term Disability
Time-off Benefits
Generous 401k matching program
Flexible spending
Some of the initiatives within this position include:
Present the first impression and continually delivering the Gordon Food Service story and image to all of our customers
Travel throughout the assigned territory, calling on existing customers and building relationships with prospective customers
Utilize and apply customer profitability/pricing models to negotiate customer agreements
Oversee and coordinate the demonstration and presentation of products, emphasizing key features to benefit each customer''s operational needs
Create and deliver business plans based on customer goals and objectives
Direct and deliver consultative services such as menu engineering, wait staff and HAACP training through network resources
Conduct Customer Delivery Specialist (CDS) personal results analysis and planning by customer level
Discuss, receive, and verify order information with customers using appropriate methods as needed to include customer credits and to establish sales performance goals
Establish appropriate credit terms, collecting on accounts to manage the credit relationship with our customers
Educate and promote GFS proprietary technology solutions to enhance the customer experience
Develop, oversee, and participate in customer events
Collaborate with food brokers to establish GFS products
?
Qualifications:
Demonstrate ability to be a strategic thinker, innovative planner, and how you use creativity to build relationships, network, and link resources
Enthusiastic about meeting the diverse needs of our valued customers
High school diploma or GED equivalent - required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, or Marketing - preferred
Culinary certification a plus
Must maintain a valid state Driver's License and safe driving record
Up to three years previous sales, business, or foodservice experience, or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Strong interest in the foodservice, food business practices, and food preparation are a must to be successful in this role
Comprehensive communication skills
Self-driven, working effectively within a team or on your own
Exceed sales goal achievement and performance measurements
Must be able to travel extensively throughout the region
Reside or willing to relocate to a geographical area within the assigned sales territory
Demonstrate the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
What we offer our employees here at GFS:
A philosophy of what matters to you, matters to us at work in our environment
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance
Short/Long-Term Disability
Time-off Benefits
Generous 401k matching program
Flexible spending
Why Work for Gordon Food Service?
> Gordon Food Service in an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Gordon Food Service
Do you have experience with Sales?
Do you have a passion to help resturant owners increase their business and be a resources to the food industry?
Are you looking for a new opportunity with a strong, stable and financially smart company?
Do you want the opportunity for advancement in your career?
If so, Gordon Food Service could be the place for you; for more than a century we have been honoring our promises to our customers and employees. As one of the largest privately held foodservice distributors in North America, our family-owned company has a history of pursuing innovative ideas and building strong relationships.
The continued growth of current and new markets allows for the addition of new talent to join our team. We're seeking great people looking for professional and personal growth and a place to make a difference in people's lives. If you are interested in joining an innovative, supportive, values-driven company, we invite you to consider a career with Gordon Food Service.
The _Customer Development Specialist for Commercial Sales_ _ _ has the unique opportunity to manage the business relationships between Gordon Food Service and restaurants, hotels, caterers and other commercial food service customers to achieve both customer growth and profitability.
Some of the initiatives within this position include:
Present the first impression and continually delivering the Gordon Food Service story and image to all of our customers
Travel throughout the assigned territory, calling on existing customers and building relationships with prospective customers
Utilize and apply customer profitability/pricing models to negotiate customer agreements
Oversee and coordinate the demonstration and presentation of products, emphasizing key features to benefit each customer''s operational needs
Create and deliver business plans based on customer goals and objectives
Direct and deliver consultative services such as menu engineering, wait staff and HAACP training through network resources
Conduct Customer Delivery Specialist (CDS) personal results analysis and planning by customer level
Discuss, receive, and verify order information with customers using appropriate methods as needed to include customer credits and to establish sales performance goals
Establish appropriate credit terms, collecting on accounts to manage the credit relationship with our customers
Educate and promote GFS proprietary technology solutions to enhance the customer experience
Develop, oversee, and participate in customer events
Collaborate with food brokers to establish GFS products
?
Qualifications:
Demonstrate ability to be a strategic thinker, innovative planner, and how you use creativity to build relationships, network, and link resources
Enthusiastic about meeting the diverse needs of our valued customers
High school diploma or GED equivalent - required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, or Marketing - preferred
Culinary certification a plus
Must maintain a valid state Driver's License and safe driving record
Up to three years previous sales, business, or foodservice experience, or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Strong interest in the foodservice, food business practices, and food preparation are a must to be successful in this role
Comprehensive communication skills
Self-driven, working effectively within a team or on your own
Exceed sales goal achievement and performance measurements
Must be able to travel extensively throughout the region
Reside or willing to relocate to a geographical area within the assigned sales territory
Demonstrate the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
What we offer our employees here at GFS:
A philosophy of what matters to you, matters to us at work in our environment
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance
Short/Long-Term Disability
Time-off Benefits
Generous 401k matching program
Flexible spending
Some of the initiatives within this position include:
Present the first impression and continually delivering the Gordon Food Service story and image to all of our customers
Travel throughout the assigned territory, calling on existing customers and building relationships with prospective customers
Utilize and apply customer profitability/pricing models to negotiate customer agreements
Oversee and coordinate the demonstration and presentation of products, emphasizing key features to benefit each customer''s operational needs
Create and deliver business plans based on customer goals and objectives
Direct and deliver consultative services such as menu engineering, wait staff and HAACP training through network resources
Conduct Customer Delivery Specialist (CDS) personal results analysis and planning by customer level
Discuss, receive, and verify order information with customers using appropriate methods as needed to include customer credits and to establish sales performance goals
Establish appropriate credit terms, collecting on accounts to manage the credit relationship with our customers
Educate and promote GFS proprietary technology solutions to enhance the customer experience
Develop, oversee, and participate in customer events
Collaborate with food brokers to establish GFS products
?
Qualifications:
Demonstrate ability to be a strategic thinker, innovative planner, and how you use creativity to build relationships, network, and link resources
Enthusiastic about meeting the diverse needs of our valued customers
High school diploma or GED equivalent - required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, or Marketing - preferred
Culinary certification a plus
Must maintain a valid state Driver's License and safe driving record
Up to three years previous sales, business, or foodservice experience, or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Strong interest in the foodservice, food business practices, and food preparation are a must to be successful in this role
Comprehensive communication skills
Self-driven, working effectively within a team or on your own
Exceed sales goal achievement and performance measurements
Must be able to travel extensively throughout the region
Reside or willing to relocate to a geographical area within the assigned sales territory
Demonstrate the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
What we offer our employees here at GFS:
A philosophy of what matters to you, matters to us at work in our environment
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance
Short/Long-Term Disability
Time-off Benefits
Generous 401k matching program
Flexible spending
Why Work for Gordon Food Service?
> Gordon Food Service in an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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