US0022 Sysco Central Florida, Inc. | Independent New ...

JOB SUMMARYThis is a professional sales position responsible for the improvement of Sysco's market position and achieving financial growth in local independent business. This role is focused on developing local business.By utilizing a team-selling approach, the New Business Developer will engage a cross-functional team to create a comprehensive strategy that meets the prospects' needs. Leveraging these resources, the NBD fosters relationships with prospects and transitions these accounts to the Sales Consultant during onboarding.RESPONSIBILITIESAs noted in Sysco's Leadership Framework; On-target performance includes exhibiting the following framework components; Core Qualities, shaping the Future and Delivering Business Results.The primary responsibility of this role is to deliver the agreed upon local new business plan in alignment with the region's financial goalsWorks with the regional sales leaders on the development of a comprehensive business development strategySpends time focusing on independent businessLeverages advanced analytics insights to prioritize opportunities and develop business development strategyNew Business Developer will also be responsible to prioritize intel opportunities being recommended by other sales team members (processed through Sysco Salesforce platform with leadership approval)Accountable to build creative and effective sales plan to capitalize on independent business identified by advanced analyticsBy leveraging the expertise and skills of a cross-functional sales team, the New Business Developer will have the ability to quickly address prospects' unique concerns, build trust, and shorten sales cyclesCollaborates with sales team to expand business development efforts, including assisting other sales team members secure key accounts in efforts to achieve annual profit planReviews weekly, monthly and quarterly sales objectives and results for target accounts and prepare action plans where improvement is neededNew Business Developer will be provided continuous trainingeducation opportunities on key areasskillsets (basic SC training, business development certifications, and executive business development training)Gathers information on emerging market and foodservice industry trends to understand the competitive landscape and top position Sysco for increased effectiveness in securing new businessStays current with development in the field through participation in seminars, workshops and reading publicationsDevelops strong working relationships with brokers, distributors, and foodservice industry peers. This associate is expected to be an active member of the foodservice communityLearns quickly when facing new challenges; thrives on fast-paced learning environmentAdapts well to change and views new experiences as growth opportunitiesSeeks out opportunities to improve by applying feedback from othersEnsures that data and activity on prospect accounts is accurately entered and managed within Sysco Salesforce platformIdentifies opportunities for promotions, additional services, and distribution avenues that will lead to an increase in salesPresents to and consults with senior level management on trends in the foodservice industryAttends sales meetings, food shows, customer events etc. and provide feedbackStays current with Sysco's value-added offerings and technology solutions, including but not limited to customer-facing reporting toolQUALIFICATIONSEducationExperienceMinimum: High School diploma or GED, and 3+ years' relevant sales experience in a business-to-business professional sales environment, and 2 or more years with a proven track record of new business development.Preferred: Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent educational level.Knowledge SkillsSolid analytical problem-solving skills, including familiarity with analyzing reports and deriving insights from dataAbility to express information in terms of profit and loss, food cost and expense ratioStrong financial acumen and ability to properly plan and execute business plansFlexible; readily accepts change; open to new ideasStrong interpersonal skills and ability to work with and influence a variety of key stakeholdersStrong communication skills: ability to effectively communicate with internal and external teamsAbility to learn the use of proprietary CRM tools for planning and forecasting sales growthDemonstrated ability to deliver against deadlines and produce high-quality results (accuracy, thoroughness in the deliverables they are producing)Proficient in Microsoft Applications Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)Excellent organizational and project management skills, including the ability to execute multiple initiatives at the same timeBusiness and restaurant operations acumen to manage sophisticated customersDemonstrated experience with building trust with a prospective customer and securing new businessDemonstrated skills in the area of consultative selling, networking and negotiationsProactive, self-directed, with the ability to structure a weekly schedule to be successfulUnderstanding of marketing principles, product lines, ordering procedures and Sysco's credit termsThe 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 qualificationsrequired 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 andor ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities toperform the essential functions.

Created: 2024-11-28