Territory Manager - Meyerland Area

US Foods • Houston, TX

1d • $55,000 - $95,000 • Remote

About The Position

As a Territory Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping customer relationships and driving business growth. From nurturing existing accounts to hunting for new business, this role is all about passion, performance, and partnerships with the ability to drive earnings and incentives! US Foods has a comprehensive training program for the Territory Manager position. Our leaders provide extensive coaching, sales tools and mentoring to ensure your long-term success.

Requirements

• 1+ year of sales experience preferred.
• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• A valid driver’s license is required, and motor vehicle record must be in good standing.
• 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.
• Ability to occasionally lift or carry up to 75 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Foodservice industry/culinary/restaurant management/hospitality experience preferred.
• Tech-savviness – proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM tools like Salesforce is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own and nurture the customer relationship in a team based selling model.
• Educate customers on ordering platforms and provide menu consultations, product recommendations and pricing strategies to help customers succeed.
• Sell to customers, increase case growth, and acquire new business through impactful sales presentations and tailored sales approaches.
• Manage time and territory effectively.
• 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, leads from existing clients, industry organizations, and trade shows.
• Manage deliveries according to the routing schedule and troubleshoot any order process problems.
• Understand market conditions, product innovations, and competitors' products, prices, and sales, sharing this information with customers.
• Drive personal motor vehicle for 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!

What This Job Offers

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