District Sales Manager

2 weeks ago


GRAFTON Illinois, Jasper County, IL, United States US0064 Sysco St. Louis, LLC Full time

Territory for this opportunity: Alton, Grafton, Godfrey, Wood River, Bethalto, IL areas

JOB SUMMARY

The District Sales Manager (DSM) role requires exceptional management of sale performance among Sales Consultants (SCs). This position is responsible for driving a performance culture, coaching and developing the talent of their sales consultants to achieve profitable planned case and GP growth

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Manages the performance and development of Sales Consultants (MAs) within the district.

  • Engages in one-on-one coaching and direction by conducting an average of 3-5 SC work-withs a week.

  • Effectively lead and facilitate Friday district meetings that educate, inspire and ultimately produce key behavior changes to drive sales.

  • Lead and direct Customer Engagement efforts by enabling the district SC to provide Sysco customers with expanded service channel options ( Technology enablers, value added services, and team selling) –

  • Must possess a continuous improvement mentality around technology, sales skills, soft skills and product knowledge

  • Leverages the Sales Support resources and tools to maximize the consultative time of the SC

  • Fully leverages our CRM in the management of SC’s sales planning, prospecting, and daily customer engagement and expects productive utilization of Sysco 360 among all SC’s.

  • Successfully delivers Sysco brand results and directly manages conversion opportunities within the district.

  • Supports and promotes all national campaigns and promotions

  • Accountable for providing coaching, training, and timely feedback to drive sales consultant development of consultative selling skills of the sales associates (The Sysco Way to Sell).

  • Fully utilizes the CMP and QPP Processes to coach the performance of all sales colleagues in the district.

  • Responsible for execution of territory planning and management

  • Prioritizes independent relationships with top customers and high value prospects.

  • Champions company initiatives and implements center led strategy within the district.

  • Additional sales management responsibilities including, but are not limited to, other operational duties and customer relationship management.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

  • High School education required.

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g. business administration) or equivalent relevant industry experience.

Experience

  • 2 or more years' experience successfully growing profitable sales in the foodservice industry.

  • 5+ years' foodservice sales experience in the foodservice industry preferred.

Professional Skills

  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with a variety of stakeholders.

  • Can derive insights from others through probing questions and collaborative problem-solving.

  • Superb organizational and project management skills, including the ability to execute multiple initiatives autonomously.

  • Able to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

  • Ability to use Sysco's proprietary Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tool for planning and forecasting sales growth.

  • Demonstrates mastery of skills in the area of consultative selling, marketing principles, prospecting, networking, coaching, and negotiations.

  • Effectively coach, counsel, train and direct associates.

  • Capable of supervising and motivating others.

  • Write reports and business correspondence.

  • Develop new business, penetrate existing accounts, and minimize lost business to achieve profitable sales growth and special objectives within assigned territory.

  • Seek and qualify prospects under company account stratification goals.

  • Research customer business needs and develops a mix of products and service to meet needs.

  • Evaluate market trends and recommend products to customers, based on business needs and goals.

  • Be informed of market conditions, product innovations, and competitors' products, prices, and sales; share information with customers as part of value-added services provided.

  • Answer customers' questions about products, prices, availability, and product use.

  • Provide product information and practical training to customer personnel.

  • Communicate and collect accounts receivable as necessary, working with the credit department and client; collect all balances due based on approved credit terms.

  • Manage deliveries to the routing schedule published by the transportation department.

  • Troubleshoot any problems that occur during the order process (for example, out of stock items, special order items, low inventory, etc.).

  • Participate in company functions, promotions, customer visits, and customer events.

  • Attend and participate in general sales and district meetings.

  • Review and analyze daily and weekly reports such as special order requests, customer bid files, and sales/gross profit margin data.

  • Perform administrative duties, such as preparing sales budgets and reports, maintaining sales records, processing credits, and pick-up requests, preparing sales quotes and menu suggestions, and filing reports.

  • Participate in ongoing training sessions.

  • Assist with the training of new employees as requested.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


  • Fire Sales Leader

    5 days ago


    Arlington Heights, Illinois, 60005, Cook County, IL, United States Johnson Controls Full time

    What you will doThe Johnson Controls Fire Sales Manager is the leader of the sales team of Johnson Controls in Arlington Heights, IL field office covering the Chicago metro, South Bend, and Peoria markets. This position is responsible for bookings growth, expanding relationships and wallet share with our existing customers, growing new business and growing...


  • BEDFORD PARK, Illinois, 60499, Cook County, IL, United States Penske Truck Leasing Full time

    Exciting entry-level opportunity for those who have obtained their bachelor's degree! $25 per hour Position Summary: Take charge. Think fast. Move forward. As a Sales and Operations Management Trainee in our fast-paced environment, you will use your hard-earned degree to run a business and quickly solve problems for our customers...


  • SOUTH HOLLAND, Illinois, 60473, Cook County, IL, United States Penske Truck Leasing Full time

    Exciting entry-level opportunity for those who have obtained their bachelor's degree! $25 per hour Position Summary: Take charge. Think fast. Move forward. As a Sales and Operations Management Trainee in our fast-paced environment, you will use your hard-earned degree to run a business and quickly solve problems for our customers...

  • Sales Representative

    2 weeks ago


    CHICAGO, Illinois, 60695, Chicago, IL, United States US0024 Sysco Chicago, Inc. Full time

    Are you an experienced Sales Professional, Restaurant Manager, Culinary Manager or Chef looking for career development opportunities? Join Sysco’s World Class Sales Team and explore all the benefits and perks. Why you should join our Sales Team: Competitive base salary, bonus, plus promotional incentive opportunitiesCar allowance (mileage reimbursement for...


  • Lincolnshire, Illinois, US, Lake County, IL Staples, Inc. Full time

    Quill is a valuable part of the Staples family of brands. Since 1956, Quill has held its position as a leader in office supplies. Acquired by Staples in 1998, Quill delivers the essential services, solutions, and award-winning customer support to help our customers – and our people – thrive. When you partner with Quill, as a customer or as an associate,...


  • CHICAGO , Illinois ,, Cook County, IL, United States ARANO USA Full time

    Company Description:Arano USA is a wine importer with focus on wines from Spain and Argentina.Role Description:This is a full-time remote role as a Regional Manager at Arano USA.The Regional Manager will be responsible for the Midwest region, 12 state territory.Growing sales, working closely with distributors to implement sales plans and meet company sales...


  • Arlington Heights, Illinois, 60005, Cook County, IL, United States Johnson Controls Full time

    What you will do Under specific direction is responsible for the sale of Johnson Controls service offerings to owners, primarily at the Director level. Promote the Johnson Controls value proposition to building owners by providing technical solutions and operational expertise. Builds and manages long term customer relationships/partnerships with target and...


  • Lincolnshire, Illinois, US, Lake County, IL Staples, Inc. Full time

    Hybrid - 4 days in the Office / 1 day Remote Role Summary Leads strategy, analytics, and testing/enhancements pipeline for specific areas on the Quill website including customer journeys, rewards/promotions/membership, or non-transactional experience Deliver a superior site experience by creating a personalized platform that increases on-line conversion...


  • Arlington Heights, Illinois, 60005, Cook County, IL, United States Johnson Controls Full time

    Our continued growth has produced a need for a talented Life Safety Systems Sales Executive, Electronic to join our team. In this challenging and rewarding role the responsibilities will include professionally representing the Company with respect to the promotion and sale of Fire Safety Systems to customers and end users within an assigned territory and...

  • Antifreeze Sales

    4 weeks ago


    WOOD DALE, Illinois, 60191, DuPage County, IL, United States Heritage-Crystal Clean, LLC Full time

    Join Crystal Clean as an Antifreeze Sales & Service Representative!Are you a motivated, customer-focused individual looking to make a splash in a growing industry? Crystal Clean (CC) is calling on energetic professionals to join our dynamic team as an Antifreeze Sales & Service Representative (AFSR). With us, you’ll not only get to work with a leader in...


  • Naperville, Illinois, 60564, DuPage County, IL, United States G&W Electric Full time

    Innovating since 1905, G&W Electric has grown into a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions. Working with us means joining a worldwide team of passionate manufacturing professionals striving to continually improve the technologies the world depends on to deliver safe, reliable electricity. Our culture is focused on employee success, so...


  • Lincolnshire, Illinois, US, Lake County, IL Staples, Inc. Full time

    Quill is a valuable part of the Staples family of brands. Since 1956, Quill has held its position as a leader in office supplies. Acquired by Staples in 1998, Quill delivers the essential services, solutions, and award-winning customer support to help our customers – and our people – thrive. When you partner with Quill, as a customer or as an associate,...


  • Marion, Illinois, 62959, Williamson County, IL, United States HHS Culinary and Nutrition Solutions, LLC Full time

    Retail Manager, Hospital Food Service Deaconess Illinois Medical Center Salary $60,000.00Retail Manager, Healthcare Food Service The Retail Manager manages the day-to-day operations of a retail environment to create a profitable cafe where hard-working hospital staff and families of patients can take a break and enjoy a nice meal. Lead a goal-oriented retail...


  • Calumet City, Illinois, 60409, Cook County, IL, United States Johnson Controls Full time

    What you will doUnder general direction, manages the Branch delivery teams that include the Controls, Equipment and Mechanical Installation teams.  Assists management in revenue forecasting, billings, collections and resource planning.  Assigns projects and ensures appropriate engineering, commissioning and mechanical resources are assigned to those...


  • Moline, Illinois, 61266, Rock Island County, IL, United States Johnson Controls Full time

    What you will do Under general direction, manages a truck-based service business, grows the labor and material business, and delivers customer satisfaction plans, including revenue, gross margin and service asset management. Deploys and maintains standardized tools, systems and support for the assigned Service Teams. Manages the resources to maximize...


  • Lincolnshire, Illinois, US, Lake County, IL Staples, Inc. Full time

    Staples is business to business. You’re what binds us together. Quill is a valuable part of the Staples family of brands. Since 1956, Quill has held its position as a leader in office supplies. Acquired by Staples in 1998, Quill delivers the essential services, solutions, and award-winning customer support to help our customers – and our people –...


  • CHICAGO, Illinois, 60607, Chicago, IL, United States Sodexo Full time

    Unit Description: Success is yours when you collaborate and work hard in our team-based culture!! SodexoMAGIC is seeking a Catering Sales Coordinator to support our dining operations for the University of Illinois Chicago. This is a fulltime hourly position that will work onsite. This person will need to have a flexible schedule because the hours are based...


  • Oak Brook, Illinois, 60523, DuPage County, IL, United States Johnson Controls Full time

    Who we areAt Johnson Controls, we’re shaping the future to create a world that’s safe, comfortable and sustainable. Our global team creates innovative, integrated solutions to make cities more connected, buildings more intelligent and vehicles more efficient. We are passionate about improving the way the world lives, works and plays. The future requires...

  • Service Advisor

    2 weeks ago


    Atkinson, Illinois, 61235, Henry County, IL, United States Loves Travel Stops & Country Store Full time

    Req ID: 445749Address: 5 South State Street Atkinson, IL, 61235 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) – 100% match up to 5% * Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance after 30-days * Competitive Pay * Career Development * Quarterly Bonus Program * Hiring...

  • Service Advisor

    2 weeks ago


    Tuscola, Illinois, 61953, Douglas County, IL, United States Loves Travel Stops & Country Store Full time

    Req ID: 446627Address: I-57, Exit 212 - NWC Tuscola, IL, 61953 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) – 100% match up to 5% * Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance after 30-days * Competitive Pay * Career Development * Quarterly Bonus Program * Hiring...