Contract & Bid Specialist - Military Veterans
at Sysco
Company:
US0060 Sysco Nashville, LLC
Zip Code:
37209
Minimum Level of Education:
High School or Equivalent
Minimum Years of Experience:
1 Year
Employment Type:
Full Time
Travel Percentage:
0
COMPENSATION INFORMATION:
The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco's actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors
JOB SUMMARY
This position is responsible for soliciting and maintaining bids and agreements with current and potential schools, casinos, cruise-lines, corrections, emergency camps, military/government, and nonprofit customers, promoting the company's products and services, building relationships with new customers and managing existing accounts. The main focus is to help Sysco customers succeed while achieving sales and profit goals established by the company.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Day to day contact for Customer: Customer and Order Inquiries.
- Manage Customers to Master Distribution Agreement (MDA) Compliance.
- Maintain, update and monitor bid pricing and customer agreements and ensure Customer Satisfaction.
- Increase Share of Wallet with Existing Customers via Market Research, Customer Reporting, Face-time with Customer to identify customer desires/goals, work with specialists/brokers for product ideation
- Leverage Contracts and Bid Coordinators to manage activities.
- Utilize the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tool for account management, opportunity tracking, task management, logging and maintaining key customer data: contact information, prospective customer, wins, promotions, future business reviews, etc.
- Ongoing Training: Customer Digital Experience, My Sysco Reporting, My Sysco Truck, Sysco360.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Hospitality or Culinary Arts preferred.
Experience
- 1 year prior outside foodservice sales or B2B experience.
- Preferred 2+ years of prior foodservice sales, B2B experience, restaurant management or culinary background.
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations
- Valid driver's license with a driving record that meets Company insurability standards.
Professional Skills:
- Ability to sell.
- Able to multi-task.
- Familiarity with customer service activities and interdepartmental and cross-departmental communications.
- Effectively present information.
- Problem solver.
- Knowledge of MS Office.
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
BENEFITS INFORMATION:
For information on Sysco's Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com
OVERVIEW:
Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.
We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We're looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.
This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.
Brentwood, TN
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FROM COMPLETING THE MISSION TO STARTING A NEW JOURNEY
At Sysco, we value the skills you learned while serving in our armed forces. As a world-class foodservice company, we need the best strategic minds to help find solutions. Every day, billions of dollars are at stake as we use industry-leading technology and analytics to effectively and efficiently move our products. Together, we’ll problem-solve ways to save money as we influence the future. It’s how we make food possible. Build your future among our ranks.
Should I Apply for a Sysco Career Opportunity?
Sysco is seeking transitioning military service members, military veterans and military family members across the country who bring a deeply rooted skillset that includes team-oriented approaches to problem-solving, demonstrations of leadership and an overall commitment to the mission of the organization. Sysco offers a variety of exciting career opportunities ranging from delivery drivers to supply chain logistics. Career opportunities are available throughout the United States at both the corporate office in Houston and our many distribution centers from coast to coast.
What Happens After I Apply?
Once you click ‘Apply Now’ on a Sysco job posting, you will be re-directed to fill out an application on Sysco's career page. In order to be considered for next steps, please complete the application on Sysco's career page and make sure you have an updated resume uploaded to your RecruitMilitary profile. Once Sysco reviews your resume and profile, a recruiter will reach out to provide you with more information and to discuss next steps.