Non-Foods (Paper/Disposables) Specialist, Foodservice Sales
About The Position
The Non-Foods (Paper/Disposables) Specialist is responsible for growing sales and increasing gross profit margins for paper and disposables, cups and lids, and other non-foods item classes across various operating companies. The role provides product education and sales training to Account Executives, Customer Service, and Sales Management, and evaluates inventory to ensure each operating company has an appropriate product mix for customer needs and ease of selling. The specialist communicates with suppliers and helps implement programs that benefit both the PFG segment and suppliers. The position also works with Non-Foods Merchandising Managers and within corporate purchasing programs, including earned income programs. The specialist supports sales by helping prepare bids, providing product information and training, recommending pricing strategies, and planning promotions. The position also assists with supplier negotiations to minimize costs and designs training aids for Account Executives, Customer Service Representatives, and Merchandise Managers. Other related duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
- 1–3 years of experience in non-foods (disposables and smallwares) sales and/or purchasing in the foodservice industry.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in sales/marketing, business, or a related area.
- 3–5 years of experience in non-foods (disposables and smallwares) sales and/or purchasing in the foodservice industry.
Responsibilities
- Grow sales and increase gross profit margins in paper and disposables, cups and lids, and other non-foods item classes.
- Work with Non-Foods Merchandising Managers within corporate purchasing programs, including earned income programs.
- Assist with negotiations with manufacturers and suppliers to minimize cost of goods.
- Support sales by assisting with bids, providing product training and information, and recommending pricing strategies and promotions.
- Design training aids for Account Executives, Customer Service Representatives, and Merchandise Managers.
- Provide product education and sales training to Account Executives, Customer Service, and Sales Management.
- Evaluate inventory to ensure operating companies have an appropriate product mix for customer needs and ease of selling.
- Communicate with suppliers and assist in implementing mutually beneficial programs.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 401(k) employer matching
- Education assistance
- Paid time off
- Competitive pay
- Growth opportunities
- Safe and inclusive working environment
- Culture of rewards, recognition, and respect
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
