US Foods
US Foods
US Foods is a large U.S. foodservice distributor serving food businesses with a broad selection of products, culinary equipment, and operational support. Its work spans food and beverage distribution, logistics, and eCommerce, with an emphasis on product innovation, food safety, sustainability, and practical resources that help customers run their operations and respond to varied dietary needs. For prospective employees, the company offers a view into the interconnected work behind sourcing, distributing, and supporting foodservice customers at scale.

Territory Manager, Twin Cities Metro (Onsite)

US Foods is hiring an onsite Territory Manager to grow foodservice sales, strengthen customer relationships, and develop new business across the Twin Cities Metro area. The role combines field visits, customer consultations, presentations, territory management, and collaboration with internal specialists and support teams.

Description

  • Build and maintain customer relationships through a collaborative selling approach
  • Guide customers on ordering platforms, menu planning, product selection, and pricing strategies
  • Drive customer sales, increase case volume, and win new accounts
  • Present sales solutions and adapt the selling approach to each customer’s needs
  • Plan and prioritize activities across the assigned territory
  • Partner with Specialists to identify account penetration and new-business opportunities
  • Coordinate with marketing, supply chain, and customer service to support reliable product delivery
  • Research and pursue prospects through market databases, directories, client referrals, organizations, clubs, trade events, and conferences
  • Coordinate deliveries in line with the transportation department’s routing plan
  • Resolve order issues such as mis-picks, short loads, and stock-outs
  • Track market trends, new products, and competitor offerings, pricing, and sales activity
  • Use a personal vehicle for customer check-ins, site visits, and follow-up meetings
  • Work primarily in the field, visiting customers across the territory in changing weather and temperatures
  • Operate without direct reports

Requirements

  • At least one year of sales experience is preferred
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Motor vehicle record in good standing
  • Foodservice, culinary, restaurant management, or hospitality experience is preferred
  • Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to build internal and external relationships and use cold calling to develop business
  • Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
  • Competitive mindset with motivation to exceed targets
  • Problem-solving, organizational, and negotiation skills
  • Collaborative approach when working with internal and external stakeholders
  • Comfort with technology; Microsoft Office proficiency required, with Salesforce or similar CRM experience a plus
  • Ability to occasionally lift or carry up to 75 pounds

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Performance-based incentive program
  • Collaborative team selling environment
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance beginning on the first day of employment
  • 401(k) plan options
  • Paid time off
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Life insurance options
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Comprehensive training
  • Coaching, sales tools, and mentoring

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