Territory Manager - Effingham, IL and Surrounding Areas

US Foods • Shelbyville, IL

21h • $55,000 - $95,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Join US Foods as a Territory Manager and play a pivotal role in shaping customer relationships and driving business growth in the foodservice industry. This role involves nurturing existing accounts, hunting for new business, and building strong partnerships. US Foods offers a comprehensive training program, extensive coaching, sales tools, and mentoring to ensure your long-term success. We are committed to delivering exceptional customer service and enhancing our clients' profitability through a variety of products and services.

Requirements

• 1+ year of sales experience preferred.
• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• A valid driver’s license and good motor vehicle record.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and presentation abilities.
• Ability to build internal and external relationships and 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.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to occasionally lift or carry up to 75 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Foodservice industry/culinary/restaurant management/hospitality experience.
• Proficiency in CRM tools like Salesforce.

Responsibilities

• Own and nurture customer relationships in a team-based selling model.
• Educate customers on ordering platforms and provide menu consultations, product recommendations, and pricing strategies.
• Drive sales by increasing case growth and acquiring new business through impactful sales presentations and tailored sales approaches.
• Collaborate with Specialists for top penetration opportunities and new account openings.
• Work closely with marketing, supply chain, and customer service to ensure seamless product delivery.
• Identify prospective customers using market intelligence databases, business directories, and leads from existing clients.
• Participate in organizations, clubs, and attend trade shows and conferences to develop new business.
• Manage deliveries according to the routing schedule and troubleshoot any problems during the order process.
• Understand market conditions, product innovations, and competitors' products, prices, and sales.
• Drive a personal motor vehicle to conduct regular check-ins, site visits, and follow-ups to ensure customer satisfaction.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Market leading performance-based incentive program.
• Supportive and dynamic team-based selling environment.
• Health, dental and vision insurance on day one of employment.
• 401K plan options.
• Paid time off.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Life insurance options.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Opportunity for career growth in a thriving industry.
• Pre-tax spending accounts.
• Retirement benefits.
• Short-term and long-term disability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED