Territory Manager - Peoria/Galesburg
$55,000–$95,000 year
On-sitePeoria, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Own and nurture customer relationships in a team-based selling model by educating clients on ordering platforms, providing menu consultations, and tailoring sales approaches to drive case growth and new business acquisitions. Manage deliveries against published routing schedules, troubleshoot order process issues such as mis-picks or stock-outs, and conduct regular site visits to ensure customer satisfaction. Develop new business by leveraging market intelligence databases, business directories, and trade shows while collaborating with specialists, marketing, and supply chain teams. Maintain knowledge of market conditions, competitor pricing, and product innovations to deliver value-added services.
Required Qualifications
- 1+ year of sales experience
- HS Diploma or equivalent
- A valid driver's license
- motor vehicle record must be in good standing
- Ability to occasionally lift or carry up to 75 lbs
Desired Qualifications
- Foodservice industry/culinary/restaurant management/hospitality experience
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and presentation abilities
- Ability to build internal and external relationships
- Ability to cold call to develop new business
- Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills
- A competitive spirit with a drive to exceed goals
- Problem solving ability
- organization and negotiation skills
- Team up mentality to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
- Tech-savviness – proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM tools like Salesforce
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