Product Specialist

Job title:

Product Specialist

Company

Gordon Food Service

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 Summary:The Product Specialist – Fruits, Vegetables, Dairy, Processed Potatoes & Appetizers (FVD) is responsible for providing sales support, product knowledge, and guidance to the sales group while consistently improving their knowledge of the product category. This position will identify customer needs and provide options that meet their requirements to create additional sales. In addition, this position provides training to the sales department and our customers.*The successful applicant will be based out of the Delta, BC facility**The annual compensation for the role would be $70,000 to $98,000*What We Offer:FULL flex benefits programCompany matching RRSPFamily cultureAdvancement opportunitiesProfit SharingMedical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and EAP Benefits after 30 days of employment125 year, family owned and operated company historyEssential Functions:The Product Specialist – FVD works with the sales team driving FVD sales with existing customers and identifying new opportunitiesProvides relevant business solutions to complement the initiatives of our Sales and Marketing teams, with an ultimate goal of increasing the overall market share of Gordon Food Service.Keeps current with FVD product trendsProvides problem analysis and resolution to customers and sales representatives on product related concernsResearches local FVD trends and provides guidance to support customer relationship management.Provides insights to divisional Marketing and Sales teams, and contributes to the success of customer events and activities that result in business metric improvement for both customer and company.Ensures consistent and relevant product for sales teams, in collaboration with other divisional marketing team members.Provides local FVD knowledge and support, insights, division and customer relationship management training, and engagement to help support business growth (for both customers and company).Performs other duties as assigned.Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:Strong foodservice knowledge and skillStrong product category experience and knowledgeAbility to develop creative food solutionsExceptional customer service skillsProficient communication skills ‐ both written and verbal ‐ to communicate effectively with a broad‐based team including diverse internal stakeholders and vendorsProficient skill in presentation creation and deliveryTime management and organizational skills to manage multiple projectsStrong business acumen and understanding of restaurant operationsProven ability to deliver results and facilitate a collaborative environmentMust be available to travel within BC 25% of the timeEducation and Experience:Post-secondary education in Business, Sales or Culinary certification (such as Red Seal) is preferredSeveral years’ experience in food services sales as well as experience with Sales and negotiation principles and procedures#GFSCAWe thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.
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Expected salary

$70000 – 98000 per year

Location

Delta, BC

Job date

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 23:50:00 GMT

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