Account Manager – Lisburn

at  Sysco Ireland

As the leading foodservice provider across the island of Ireland, Sysco’s success is driven by a team of passionate and dedicated individuals who go above and beyond to deliver every day.
We deliver the potential of food and drink to our customers. We deliver new thinking, technology and talent to our industry. We deliver opportunities - to ourselves and to our colleagues ensuring that we can all thrive in work and beyond.
We are now looking for new talent to join us as we continue to grow, innovate and deliver.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience in a structured sales or telesales environment.
• Knowledge of the foodservice sector.
• Track record of meeting sales targets.
• Strong active listening, negotiation, and commercial skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Strong planning, organisation, and teamwork skills.

SYSCO IRELAND CULTURE

• Customer Focus: We deeply understand our customers’ needs, continuously looking at ways to deliver real value.
• Building Relationships: We foster strong, effective relationships across teams, always working together. We embrace change and support each other through it.
• Clear Communication: We communicate clearly and effectively, ensuring our message resonates.
• A Passion for Food: We source and deliver food and drink that inspires excellence and creativity in kitchens for the most memorable dining experiences.
  The duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description are neither definitive nor restrictive and may change in detail from time-to-time to meet the changing needs of the business.
  Sysco is an equal opportunity employer.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drive profitable sales growth by exceeding targets within the existing customer base.
• Stay informed on competitor activity and market trends.
• Retain customers through personalised, proactive communication.
• Strengthen relationships to increase our share of customers’ business and identify new opportunities.
• Keep product and service knowledge current.
• Use data to re-engage lapsed customers and prevent lost sales.
• Collaborate across teams to ensure a seamless customer experience.
• Manage customer risks, including lost sales and credit issues.
• Create account plans to maximise customer engagement and grow sales.
• Study sales data and market insights to make informed decisions.

The role requires a candidate who will be:

• Sales orientated
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Organised and results drive