Sales Consultant - Atascocita/Baytown, TX

Are you a driven sales professional with a passion for the food service industry? Do you thrive on building relationships and helping customers succeed? If so, Sysco Houston is looking for a Sales Consultant to join our team in the Atascocita/Baytown, TX territory.

Role Overview

As a Sales Consultant, you will be responsible for promoting Sysco's products and services to new and existing customers in the assigned territory. Your primary focus will be to help customers succeed by providing them with the products and solutions they need to grow their businesses. You will develop new business, penetrate existing accounts, and minimize lost business to achieve profitable sales growth.

This is an outside sales position that requires strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. You must be able to build rapport with customers, understand their needs, and recommend the right products and services to meet those needs. You will also be responsible for managing accounts receivable and ensuring timely payment from customers.

Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred, as you will be working with a diverse customer base.

A Day in the Life of a Sysco Sales Consultant

Here’s a glimpse into what a typical day might look like for a Sales Consultant at Sysco:

• Morning: Start your day by reviewing your sales targets, customer accounts, and market trends. Plan your customer visits and prioritize your activities for the day.
• Mid-day: Visit existing customer accounts to build relationships, understand their needs, and recommend new products or services. Conduct product demonstrations and provide training to customer personnel.
• Afternoon: Prospect for new customers in the assigned territory. Identify potential leads and qualify them based on company account stratification goals.
• Late Afternoon: Follow up on customer inquiries and resolve any issues or concerns. Prepare sales proposals and presentations for potential customers.
• Evening: Attend industry events or networking functions to build relationships with potential customers and stay up-to-date on market trends.
• Administrative Tasks: Throughout the day, manage your accounts receivable, track your sales activities, and update customer information in the company's CRM system.

Why Atascocita/Baytown, TX?

Atascocita and Baytown are thriving communities located in the Houston metropolitan area. These areas offer a diverse range of restaurants, businesses, and cultural attractions, making them ideal locations for sales professionals who enjoy building relationships with local customers.

The food service industry in Atascocita and Baytown is growing, providing ample opportunities for Sales Consultants to expand their customer base and increase sales. Sysco is committed to supporting the local communities and helping our customers succeed.

Career Path for Sales Consultants at Sysco

Sysco offers a clear career path for Sales Consultants, with opportunities for advancement based on performance and experience. Some potential career paths include:

• Senior Sales Consultant: Lead and mentor other Sales Consultants, while continuing to manage your own customer accounts.
• Sales Manager: Oversee a team of Sales Consultants and provide guidance and support to help them achieve their sales targets.
• District Sales Manager: Manage a larger geographic territory and oversee multiple Sales Managers.
• Director of Sales: Lead the sales organization for a specific region or business unit.

Sysco also offers opportunities for Sales Consultants to transition into other roles within the company, such as marketing, product management, or operations.

Salary & Benefits

Sysco offers a competitive salary and benefits package for Sales Consultants, including:

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience.
• Bonus opportunities based on sales performance.
• Car allowance (mileage reimbursement in CA).
• Cell phone provided.
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• 401(k) with automatic matching.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.

Sysco Culture

Sysco is committed to creating a positive and inclusive work environment for all employees. We value teamwork, collaboration, and customer service. Our associates are passionate about the food service industry and dedicated to helping our customers succeed.

Sysco also supports community involvement and encourages employees to participate in volunteer activities.

How to Apply

To apply for the Sales Consultant position in Atascocita/Baytown, TX, please submit your resume and cover letter through the Sysco careers website. Be sure to highlight your sales experience, customer service skills, and knowledge of the food service industry.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What are the key responsibilities of a Sales Consultant at Sysco?

   Developing new business, penetrating existing accounts, minimizing lost business, researching customer needs, providing product information, managing accounts receivable, and troubleshooting delivery issues.

2. What qualifications are required for this position?

   Experienced sales professional, strong communication skills, understanding of market trends, ability to manage accounts receivable, valid driver's license, and residence within a 30-mile radius of Atascocita/Baytown, TX.

3. What is the salary range for this position?

   Sysco offers a competitive salary, the exact range is dependent on experience and qualifications.

4. What benefits does Sysco offer to its employees?

   Comprehensive health insurance, paid time off, employee stock purchase plan, 401(k) with matching, life insurance, and disability insurance.

5. What is the career path for Sales Consultants at Sysco?

   Senior Sales Consultant, Sales Manager, District Sales Manager, Director of Sales, and opportunities in other departments such as marketing or product management.

6. Is bilingual proficiency required for this position?

   Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred, as you will be working with a diverse customer base.

7. What is the work environment like at Sysco?

   Sysco is committed to creating a positive and inclusive work environment that values teamwork, collaboration, and customer service.

8. How does Sysco support community involvement?

   Sysco encourages employees to participate in volunteer activities and supports various community initiatives.

9. What type of training is provided to Sales Consultants?

   Sysco provides specialized sales training to equip Sales Consultants with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in their roles.

10. What is the territory for this Sales Consultant role?

    The assigned territory for this role is Atascocita/Baytown, TX. Candidates should reside within a 30-mile radius of the territory.