District Sales Representative

Gordon Food Service; Cranbrook; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. Here's a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...

Position Overview

Act as the primary liaison between food service customers and Gordon Food Service, handling order management, delivery coordination, and relationship development in an assigned territory. Focus on expanding existing customer relationships and securing new business by promoting Gordon Food Service products and value-added solutions.

• The successful candidate should reside in the Kootenay Area (Kimberly/Fernie/Cranbrook).

What We Offer

• This is a commissioned role.
• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and EAP Benefits after 30 days of employment.
• FULL flex benefits program.
• Company matching RRSP.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Profit Sharing.
• 125+ years, family-owned and operated company history.
• Employee appreciation events.
• Family culture.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Order & Delivery Management: Manage orders from placement to delivery, addressing any issues along the way.
• Customer Acquisition & Growth: Pursue new customer opportunities, strengthen current relationships, and identify growth prospects.
• Consultative Sales: Serve as a food service advisor, providing system design guidance and GFS value-added solutions.
• Customer Education: Educate customers on product options, pricing, and availability, including providing samples.
• Account Management: Leverage CRM tools to manage customer data, oversee receivables, and conduct business reviews.
• Route & Performance Management: Achieve KPIs for route growth, apply negotiation strategies, and manage all aspects of the sales cycle.
• Industry Knowledge: Stay updated on industry trends, culinary networks, and customer-focused areas such as sales, profitability, and compliance.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum of three years in sales or business roles, ideally with exposure to food service or preparation; or equivalent education, training, and experience.
• Strong customer focus with effective verbal communication skills.
• Strategic, innovative, and inquisitive, with high integrity.
• Goal-oriented, organized, adaptable, and open to coaching.
• Proven ability to meet sales targets, manage time and territory effectively, and adapt to program changes.