US Foods Holding - Iowa City, IA
posted 16 days ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Iowa City, IA
Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
About the position
The Sales Representative/Territory Manager role at US Foods, Inc. involves fostering customer relationships and managing deliveries while troubleshooting any issues that arise during the order process. The position requires developing new business opportunities and maintaining knowledge of market conditions and competitors. This role is essential for driving sales and ensuring customer satisfaction in the foodservice industry.
Responsibilities
- Foster customer relationships in a team-based selling model.
- Manage deliveries according to the routing schedule and troubleshoot any problems during the order process.
- Communicate and collect accounts receivable as necessary, working with the credit department and clients.
- Leverage resources to assist with top penetration opportunities and new account openings.
- Develop new business by identifying prospective customers using market intelligence databases and business directories.
- Stay informed about market conditions, product innovations, and competitors' offerings, sharing insights with customers.
- Drive to existing customers and prospects to ensure product delivery, which may include lifting/carrying up to 75lbs.
Requirements
- 1+ year of sales experience preferred.
- Foodservice industry/culinary/restaurant management/hospitality experience preferred.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and presentation abilities.
- Ability to build internal and external relationships and cold call to develop new business.
- Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Competitive spirit and results-driven mentality.
- Problem-solving ability, organization, and negotiation skills.
- Team-oriented mentality to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
- Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office products and experience with CRM tools like Salesforce.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Pre-tax spending accounts
- Retirement benefits
- Paid time off
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Life insurance
