Gordon Food Service is a family-operated foodservice distributor serving restaurants, caterers, and other food operations across the United States and Canada. Founded in 1897, the company supplies food and related products through its broadline distribution business and operates more than 170 retail stores where the public can shop without membership fees. Its work spans food and beverage distribution and retail, supported by a large employee community and a stated focus on professional growth and inclusion.
Outside Food Sales Representative — Dallas
Grow restaurant accounts for Gordon Food Service, a North American family-operated food distributor. Manage a sales territory, build customer relationships, win new business, and recommend product solutions.
Description
- Build customer relationships, pursue new business, and offer solutions to customers.
- Manage sales and customer relationships for current and prospective accounts in the assigned territory.
- Research industry and market trends affecting restaurants in the territory.
- Find and research prospective customers.
- Develop and present sales strategies featuring Gordon Food Service products, services, values, and solutions.
- Visit territory customers weekly, every other week, or monthly, as appropriate.
- Review business with customers to understand their needs and identify sales growth opportunities.
- Train customers on Gordon Food Service products on an ongoing basis.
- Spot opportunities to add value for customers through Gordon Food Service products and services.
- Pursue new accounts while strengthening relationships with existing customers.
- Arrange visits with prospective and current customers.
- Update customers on order status and processing.
- Complete training in Gordon Food Service systems, processes, tools, products, sales practices, relationship building, and territory management.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- A bachelor's degree and/or culinary certificate is preferred.
- At least one year of sales, business, or food service experience.
- Valid state driver's license and a safe driving record.
- Ability to obtain food safety certification.
- Candidates employed by a Gordon Food Service customer must provide a letter of support from their management if selected to interview.
Benefits
- 401(k) matching above industry standards.
- Performance-based compensation including salary, commission, and bonuses.
- Low-cost health and future-planning benefits for employees and their families.
- Automobile expense reimbursement.
- Cell phone reimbursement.
- First 90 days include e-learning, classroom sessions, video roleplays, job shadowing, and mentorship from peer sales representatives.
- Support for career growth and financial goals.
- Tobacco-free workplace.