Chef de Secteur - Commercial Restaurant - Sysco France

Role Overview

As a Chef de Secteur specializing in commercial restaurants at Sysco France, you will be responsible for driving sales growth and building strong relationships with clients in the restaurant sector. Your primary focus will be on prospecting for new business, retaining existing clients, and reactivating dormant accounts within your assigned territory, specifically Le Puy en Velay, Yssingeaux, and Le Chambon sur Lignon. You will act as a consultant to your clients, understanding their needs, recommending the most suitable products, and developing sales strategies to maximize their potential.

A Day in the Life

Your day will be dynamic and varied, involving a mix of field visits, client consultations, and administrative tasks. Here’s a glimpse of what a typical day might look like:

• Morning: Planning your day and reviewing your sales targets. Preparing for client meetings and analyzing market trends.
• Mid-day: Visiting client locations to assess their needs, present new products, and address any concerns. Conducting product demonstrations and providing culinary advice.
• Afternoon: Prospecting for new clients through networking and cold calling. Preparing sales proposals and negotiating contracts.
• Evening: Updating CRM system with client information and sales data. Responding to emails and inquiries. Attending industry events and networking with potential clients.

Why Pierrelatte?

Pierrelatte is a charming town located in the Drôme department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region in southeastern France. It offers a high quality of life with a relaxed pace, beautiful natural surroundings, and a rich cultural heritage. Pierrelatte is also strategically located near major transportation hubs, making it easy to travel to other parts of France and Europe. Working in Pierrelatte allows you to enjoy a balanced lifestyle, combining a rewarding career with access to outdoor activities, cultural events, and a vibrant local community.

Career Path

Sysco France is committed to providing its employees with opportunities for professional growth and advancement. As a Chef de Secteur, you can progress your career by:

• Senior Chef de Secteur: Achieving consistent sales targets and demonstrating exceptional client management skills can lead to promotion to a senior-level role, with increased responsibility and compensation.
• Sales Manager: With proven leadership abilities, you can advance to a sales management position, overseeing a team of Chef de Secteurs and driving sales performance across a larger territory.
• Key Account Manager: You can specialize in managing strategic accounts, developing long-term partnerships with key clients, and maximizing sales revenue from these accounts.
• Regional Sales Director: With extensive experience and a track record of success, you can advance to a regional sales director role, overseeing sales operations across a broader geographic area.

Salary & Benefits

Sysco France offers a competitive salary and benefits package to attract and retain top talent. The base salary for the Chef de Secteur role starts at €2300 per month, with the opportunity to earn additional income through uncapped commissions based on sales targets and margin. In addition to the base salary and commission, Sysco France provides a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive health insurance plan (medical, dental, vision)
• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Company car and fuel allowance
• Laptop and mobile phone
• Expense reimbursement for business-related travel and entertainment
• Employee discounts on Sysco products

Sysco Culture

Sysco France fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, and customer service. We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and inclusive work environment where they can thrive and reach their full potential. We value diversity and believe that it is the key to our success. We encourage our employees to share their ideas and perspectives, and we provide them with the resources and training they need to excel in their roles.

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and results-oriented sales professional with a passion for the food service industry, we encourage you to apply for the Chef de Secteur position at Sysco France. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal. Be sure to highlight your relevant experience and skills, and explain why you are interested in working for Sysco France.

FAQ

1. What is Sysco France? Sysco France is the French subsidiary of Sysco Corporation, the world's largest food service distributor.
2. What products and services does Sysco France offer? Sysco France offers a wide range of food and non-food products to restaurants, hotels, schools, hospitals, and other food service establishments.
3. What is the Chef de Secteur role? The Chef de Secteur is a sales representative responsible for driving sales growth and building strong relationships with clients in the commercial restaurant sector.
4. What is the territory for this position? The territory for this position is Le Puy en Velay, Yssingeaux, and Le Chambon sur Lignon.
5. What are the qualifications for this position? The qualifications for this position include proven experience in B2B sales, a strong understanding of the food service market, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently.
6. What is the salary and benefits package? The salary for this position starts at €2300 per month, with the opportunity to earn additional income through uncapped commissions. Sysco France also provides a comprehensive benefits package.
7. What is the company culture like? Sysco France fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, and customer service.
8. What are the opportunities for advancement? Sysco France offers opportunities for advancement to senior-level sales roles, sales management positions, and regional sales director roles.
9. How do I apply for this position? To apply for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal.
10. What training and support will I receive? You will receive comprehensive onboarding and training through Sysco Business University, as well as ongoing support from your manager and colleagues.