IFS Account Manager

Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for 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...OverviewFor over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered the excellence, expertise, and quality products our customers need to design successful food operations and experiences. We've grown to be the largest family-operated broadline food distribution company in North America by being passionately committed to the people we serve.At Gordon Food Service, our customers come first. As a Penetration Specialist, for Independent Food Service Sales you will cultivate relationships and develop new businesses and customers, helping them to achieve their goals and, in return, yours! This position will reside in: Ft. Lauderdale, FLPosition BenefitsA generous 401(k) matching program that is above industry standardsFinancial rewards for performance compensation structure which includes salary, commission, and bonusesLow-cost benefit options for you and your family's health and futureAn Automobile expense reimbursement planCell phone reimbursement planPenetration Sales Specialist At Gordon Food Service, our customers come first. As a Penetration Specialist, for Independent Food Service Sales you will Identify existing divisional customer targets with growth opportunities, develop a process to maintain visibility, and build relationships with decision-makers to foster future business opportunities and retention. Develops profitable growth with identified customers,, including matching existing business growth opportunities with current service capacity, while maximizing the GFS value proposition.What will you be doing?Researching industry and market trends impacting independent restaurateurs within your territoryIdentifying and researching prospective customers within your territoryDeveloping sales strategies that highlight products, services, values, and solutions offered by Gordon Food Service and presenting the sales strategy to prospective customersCreating and presenting professional presentations for potential new customersReports monthly to the leadership team regarding current and potential customer activities and developments.Maintain knowledge of segment through industry magazines and local culinary RequirementsHigh School Diploma/GED is requiredBachelor's degree in Business, Sales, or Marketing, and/or culinary certificate preferred4 or more years of prior sales, business, or food service experienceMaintaining a valid state driver's license and a safe driving recordAbility to obtain your food safety certificationOur CultureGordon Food Service has a people-focused culture forged through camaraderie, teamwork, and inclusion. Our business model is one of servant leadership. We best serve the customer by serving with great care those who serve our customers. We feel the culture when we work together and when we serve together. As a team, we tackle our challenges, celebrate our successes, and have fun on the journey. We are what we say we are, and we'd love for you to be a part of it.Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Gordon Food ServiceAt Gordon Food Service, Everyone Is Important - it's one of our Cornerstone Values. We are committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within our organization and the communities we serve. We aspire to Listen, Learn, Create, and Support equitable and sustainable solutions and strengthen an atmosphere of dignity and respect. Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to applyBE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer.All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. The EEO is the Law poster is available here: If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to and use the words "Accommodation Request" in your subject line. Please keep in mind this method is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability.All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and drug tests all employees.

Created: 2024-11-05