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.

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.

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.