Produce Account Manager at Sysco
Salinas, CA 93901, USA -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Sep, 25

Salary

35.0

Posted On

17 Jun, 25

Experience

1 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Communication Skills

Industry

Marketing/Advertising/Sales

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Identify, negotiate, procure, and coordinate the distribution of products and services to SYSCO/Freshpoint customers through Sysco/Freshpoint operating companies. Provide training, product information, regulatory guidance, and customer service in support of the distribution of products and services.

EXPERIENCE:

Foodservice background and broad knowledge of food products helpful.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

  • Requires much time on the telephone.
  • Must have clear communication skills.Limited writing and e-mail usage equivalent to a 12th-grade education.
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MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to apply proportions of practical situations.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Must have good organizational skills and the ability to deal with new and unusual situations.Ability to use a personal computer.
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Responsibilities

Includes, but not limited to, the following. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

  • Provide precise, accurate market information and facilitate the expectations of our Sysco/Freshpoint operating companies.
  • Maximize unit growth.
  • Complete all files accurately prior to submitting to Accounting Department.
  • Be receptive and open to innovative technology and utilize available systems to their capacity.
  • Take full responsibility for managing your respective account base.
  • Review account profiles on a regular basis and update when changes are necessary or at a minimum on a quarterly basis.
  • Ensure accuracy and timely distribution of price lists and confirmations to operating companies.
  • Be a team player and assist your fellow merchandiser when needed.
  • Maintain and monitor account base by sourcing the best quality and price available.
  • Coordinate transportation from start to finish to ensure a timely arrival.
  • Write market updates and post boards daily with marketing changes.
  • Suggest weekly ad items to help maintain product sales.
  • Maintain current knowledge of all produce markets.
  • Maintain daily communication with operating companies and co-workers to keep them posted on any market changes.
  • Facilitate the promotional paperwork with your operating companies.
  • Support new product development (i.e., samples, special pricing, and feedback collection, etc.).
  • Coordinate food show allowances with companies and suppliers.
  • Daily communication with operating companies to keep them posted on any market changes.
  • Attend and support food shows as requested.
  • Continually work to procure items not currently being sourced through the Corporate program.
  • Practice good organizational skills and time management.Perform general duties as requested by upper management.

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