District Sales Representative
gfs
Full time
District Sales Representative
gfs· Gordon Food Service Canada Ltd.
About this role
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. Here's a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
District Sales Representative
At Gordon Food Service, our continued focus on quality and exceptional service has made us one of Canada’s largest food service distributors. We believe in treating each other with respect and working as a team to get things done right. And because of this collaboration, we've created an atmosphere that's fun, supportive, and alive with energy!
** This position will serve the Kamloops area; the successful candidate must reside in the Kamloops territory or be willing to relocate.
What We Offer
This is a commissioned role
Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and EAP Benefits after 30 days of employment
Comprehensive customizable benefits program to suit you and your family needs including dental, vision, prescription drugs and extended health coverage
Company matched retirement program
Profit sharing
Training and career advancement opportunities
Gordon Food Service product discounts
Employee appreciation events
Family culture
Duties & Responsibilities
Constantly seeking opportunities for growth and development for new and existing customers.
You will be responsible for the profitability of your overall territory, maximizing the tools that Gordon Food Service provides you, to exceed your customer's expectations of service, quality and partnership.
Act as a business partner to customer accounts, with a focus on helping the customer increase their business, providing customer menu solutions as needed.
Promote new products and marketplace trends to new and existing customers.
Review territory reports to evaluate progress and sales volume by tracking budgets and business plans as well as identifying product line targets for accounts.
Liaise with your District Sales Manager (DSM) to ensure consistency of customer contracts and opportunities that exist to increase business through selling to the contract.
Liaise with Customer Support Center, Marketing, Warehouse, Transportation and Credit Department and as required to ensure customer satisfaction with all products and services.
What we are looking for
3+ years of experience in food service sales
Experience with Sales and proven skills in negotiation
Must love taking initiative and driving results
Must have the ability to multi-task and work well under pressure
Excellent in customer service and self driven
Collaborative and dynamic skills to work under pressured environments
Post-secondary education in Business, Sales or Marketing is an asset
Hospitality industry and/or Chef experience an asset
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talentcanada@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is the District Sales Representative position at gfs located?
This District Sales Representative role at gfs is based in Kamloops, British Columbia. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the District Sales Representative role at gfs full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a District Sales Representative role in the Gordon Food Service Canada Ltd. department at gfs.
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District Sales Representative
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