US Foods
Job title:
Account Executive-San Luis Obispo Area
Company
US Foods
Job description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESDevelop and maintain existing accounts through personal visits and follow-up on a systematic basis. Travel required; anticipated field time at least four days per week.Responsible for achieving annual sales plan through growth and penetration of existing accounts.Present new ideas and products from primary vendors and exclusive brand products to secure account penetration and loyalty. Manage product mix to maximize profit goals and contract compliance.Communicate with customers to apprise them of mutual performance, new products, programs and market trends both informally as needed and through periodic, formal Business Reviews.Ultimately responsible for results of sales team (Account Coordinator and Customer Service Representatives) actions relative to assigned accounts. Lead sales team accordingly to:
- Ensure optimum service to accounts including coordination with operational and purchasing functions, as needed.
- Maximize AE time spent with customers.
- Meet or exceed accounts receivable currency targets including coordinating with central AR as needed.
- Review all accounts to ensure program compliance, develop unique sales approach, identify needs, and expand sales.
- Maintain a profile on all accounts to include order guides, statements periodicals and overall reporting. Verify pricing information to ensure correctness.
Attend Sales Meetings, Training Sessions, Food Shows, and Conferences as deemed necessary by Management and Customer requirements.Set-up and support rollout of new accounts as assigned.SUPERVISIONNoneRELATIONSHIPSInternal: Customer Service Representatives, Account Coordinator, VP of National Sales and National Sales management, Accounting, Purchasing, OperationsExternal: Customers, VendorsQUALIFICATIONSEducation/Training: High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in Business/Marketing preferred.Related Experience: A minimum of three years of sales or distribution experience required (foodservice industry or related preferred). Experience in restaurant operations desirable. Experience using quantitative & qualitative research data will be helpful.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as customer service and presentation abilities. Should also have demonstrated problem solving ability and negotiation skills. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel required.The following information is provided in accordance with certain state and local laws. Compensation depends on experience, geographic locations, and other factors permitted by law. The expected compensation for this role is between $80,000 and $90,000. This role is also eligible for an annual incentive plan bonus. Benefits for this role include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: .
Expected salary
$80000 – 90000 per year
Location
Monrovia, CA
Job date
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 07:59:24 GMT
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