District Sales Manager
Regina, Saskatchewan
APPLY NOWCOMPANY 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.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Role Responsibilities:
Lead a cross functional sales teams of Marketing Associates, Business Development Managers, Inside Marketing Associates, and Category Growth Specialists
Deliver annual sales and pieces growth targets while managing expenses for the sales area
Assist in advocating and supporting change to help meet customers’ needs and grow sales
Help drive sales promotions, customer incentives, and sales development support incentives
Provide accurate, complete, and timely feedback of all new market opportunities and competitive activity in 360
Prepare the annual sales plans and forecasts and manage the territory operating expenses
Negotiate new contracts with key local customers
Monitor and measure Sales results. Provide feedback, tools, and resources to the team to find solutions within territories.
Continually coach direct reports to grow as high performing business partners to customers; encourage a better understanding of various aspects of the business and how to take effective courses of action that lead to appropriate solutions and positive consequence
Participate in the formation of Marketing promotions, including food showcases and vendor promotions
Works closely with Business Resources and Marketing team, ensuring that commitments to the Sales team are delivered
Ensures that proper credit practices are being maintained by the sales force and develops good communication between the sales force and the credit department
Complies with Sysco’s Food Safety Policy and procedures to ensure food safety, quality and legality requirements are met.
Understands that their role is critical in creating a safe organization with minimal environmental impact and the value that brings to the organization.
Is willing to drive Environmental, Health and Safety performance by acting as an example and holding their team accountable to complying with EHS programs, policies, and requirements.
Enable, champion and embrace an inclusive culture
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Skills/Job Requirements (About you):
Ability to lead a team of high performing sales associates to deliver against deadlines and produce high-quality results (accuracy, thoroughness in the deliverables they are producing), minimum 5 years’ experience leading a B2B sales team in a professional sales environment,
Completion of post-secondary education
Strong financial and business acumen and ability to properly plan and execute business plans
Demonstrated skills in the area of consultative selling, networking and negotiations
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with and influence a variety of key stakeholders
Excellent organizational and project management skills, including the ability to execute multiple initiatives at the same time
Ability to learn the use of proprietary CRM tools for planning and forecasting sales growth
Solid analytical problem-solving skills, including familiarity with analyzing reports and deriving insights from data
Embraces change and champions corporate initiatives
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Applications Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Valid driver’s license with access to a vehicle may be required.
Internal candidates apply via the Career Centre on your HR Portal / ADP Workforce Now.
External candidates submit cover letter & resume via www.sysco.ca/careers
OUR VALUES
- Our Purpose: Connecting the world to share food and care for one another
- Our Mission: Delivering success for our customers through industry-leading people, products and solutions
- Our Identity: Together we define our future of foodservice and supply chain
OUR COMMITMENT
Sysco is committed to Employment Equity.
Accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request for candidates with disabilities.
At Sysco, we aspire to create a global culture that is decidedly diverse, equitable, and inclusive – one where we foster belonging as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. We are Better Together.
Here’s a sample of the many benefits Sysco colleagues enjoy- Comprehensive Flexible Benefits including Health and Dental, Health Care Spending and Wellness Accounts
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Voluntary Optional Insurance
- Parental Leave Plan
- Company Pension Plan
- Group RRSP & TFSA
- Employee and Family Assistance
- Stock Purchase Plan
- Maple Virtual Care
- Unlimited on-line learning
- Sysco product discounts
- Preferred vendor discounts
- Colleague Resource Groups
(*benefits may vary based on location or bargaining unit)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This Job Requisition was created with the help of AI. AI will not be used to make hiring decisions or who progresses in the Job Application process. If you have any questions, please reach out to our Talent and Acquisition Team.
This Job Requisition is for an existing vacancy.
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Sustainability
Sysco is continuing to lead by example. Colleagues around the world are working hard to deliver our sustainability commitments. “One Planet. One Table.” guides and unites our efforts for people, products, and the planet. We are building a future where we can continue to nourish communities while sustaining the planet for generations to come. Check out our progress in Sysco’s Sustainability Report and view a video with report highlights.
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Sysco's Inclusion
At Sysco, we aspire to create a global culture that is decidedly diverse, equitable, and inclusive – one where we foster belonging as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. We are Better Together.
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Our Path Forward
Sysco is committed to the process of reconciliation through empowerment and sustainability of Indigenous communities across Canada. Our approach is through a multi-pronged and multi-year strategy focused on leadership actions, colleague relations, business development, and community relationships.
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