Performance Foodservice
Food Distribution Sales Rep (West Valley)
Performance Foodservice, Glendale, Arizona, us, 85318
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Performance Foodservice . Responsibilities and requirements reflect a field sales role focused on developing independent accounts and promoting company products within the designated territory. Job Summary
Responsible for the development of independent account business, with emphasis on overall profitability through both new sales and account penetration. Promote and sell company branded products and meet brand sales objectives. May also support customer service activities for regional and/or national chain customers, thereby increasing visibility of the company in the marketplace and maximizing market share. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company. Job Responsibilities
Generates additional business through analyzing sales territory and individual customers; samples products with existing and potential customers; plans general sales strategy including time and territory management; plans sales approach with individual customers; and conducts effective sales presentations. Grows sales and profit margins on an ongoing basis to meet established sales and margin goals. Sets up new customer accounts by determining pricing; works with Credit Department for initial authorization; other center personnel for scheduling order-taking, deliveries, etc. Performs initial follow-up work with customer ensuring delivery and product satisfaction. Ensures customer satisfaction by providing an exemplary level of service by working closely with other center personnel to coordinate efforts to prevent and resolve customer problems. May be personally responsible for making deliveries in emergency situations. Builds additional business with current customers through product penetration in order to maximize profitability of individual accounts. Minimizes accounts receivable problems by monitoring accounts for compliance with credit terms and follows up on any problems. Maintains awareness of pricing trends within sales territory, particularly on market driven / commodity products, to ensure competitive pricing. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent 1-2 years foodservice sales related work experience Valid Driver's License Basic Computer Skills including MS Office (Outlook/Word/Excel/PowerPoint) Candidate must live in the sales territory noted in the job Company Description
Performance Foodservice, PFG’s broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers — providing advisory support on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food while helping independent restaurant owners achieve their goals. EEO
Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.
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Food Distribution Sales Rep (West Valley)
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Performance Foodservice . Responsibilities and requirements reflect a field sales role focused on developing independent accounts and promoting company products within the designated territory. Job Summary
Responsible for the development of independent account business, with emphasis on overall profitability through both new sales and account penetration. Promote and sell company branded products and meet brand sales objectives. May also support customer service activities for regional and/or national chain customers, thereby increasing visibility of the company in the marketplace and maximizing market share. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company. Job Responsibilities
Generates additional business through analyzing sales territory and individual customers; samples products with existing and potential customers; plans general sales strategy including time and territory management; plans sales approach with individual customers; and conducts effective sales presentations. Grows sales and profit margins on an ongoing basis to meet established sales and margin goals. Sets up new customer accounts by determining pricing; works with Credit Department for initial authorization; other center personnel for scheduling order-taking, deliveries, etc. Performs initial follow-up work with customer ensuring delivery and product satisfaction. Ensures customer satisfaction by providing an exemplary level of service by working closely with other center personnel to coordinate efforts to prevent and resolve customer problems. May be personally responsible for making deliveries in emergency situations. Builds additional business with current customers through product penetration in order to maximize profitability of individual accounts. Minimizes accounts receivable problems by monitoring accounts for compliance with credit terms and follows up on any problems. Maintains awareness of pricing trends within sales territory, particularly on market driven / commodity products, to ensure competitive pricing. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent 1-2 years foodservice sales related work experience Valid Driver's License Basic Computer Skills including MS Office (Outlook/Word/Excel/PowerPoint) Candidate must live in the sales territory noted in the job Company Description
Performance Foodservice, PFG’s broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers — providing advisory support on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food while helping independent restaurant owners achieve their goals. EEO
Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.
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