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Overview
Your sales career is ready for more. That's exactly what you will find on the Sysco sales team. In an environment built around collaboration and support, you'll help feed people everywhere while making your mark with the world's leader in food distribution. Want to take your career to the next level? Dig in.
District Sales Manager
Sysco Detroit-Sales Office
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Job ID R250387 Date posted 05/08/2026
Employment Type Full time
Company name US0058 Sysco Detroit, LLC
Compensation Range 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 Profile Summary Responsible for sales activities directly to the customer. Activities include: • Face-to-face and remote sales to new customers and cross/up/repeat sales to existing customers. • Assessing customer needs and suggesting appropriate products, services, and/or solutions. • Developing and delivering sales bids/proposals/presentations and conducting product demonstrations. • Developing medium to long-term sales plans and preparing strategies to protect, grow and diversify the relationship with targeted customers.
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JOB SUMMARY
This position will support areas from Rochester, MI - Sterling Heights, MI / Chesterfield, MI / Port Huron, MI
The District Sales Manager (DSM) role requires exceptional management of sale performance among Sales Consultants (SCs). This position is responsible for driving a performance culture, coaching and developing the talent of their sales consultants to achieve profitable planned case and GP growth
RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages the performance and development of Sales Consultants (MAs) within the district.
Engages in one-on-one coaching and direction by conducting an average of 3-5 SC work-withs a week.
Effectively lead and facilitate Friday district meetings that educate, inspire and ultimately produce key behavior changes to drive sales.
Lead and direct Customer Engagement efforts by enabling the district SC to provide Sysco customers with expanded service channel options ( Technology enablers, value added services, and team selling) -
Must possess a continuous improvement mentality around technology, sales skills, soft skills and product knowledge
Leverages the Sales Support resources and tools to maximize the consultative time of the SC
Fully leverages our CRM in the management of SC's sales planning, prospecting, and daily customer engagement and expects productive utilization of Sysco 360 among all SC's.
Successfully delivers Sysco brand results and directly manages conversion opportunities within the district.
Supports and promotes all national campaigns and promotions
Accountable for providing coaching, training, and timely feedback to drive sales consultant development of consultative selling skills of the sales associates (The Sysco Way to Sell).
Fully utilizes the CMP and QPP Processes to coach the performance of all sales colleaguesin the district.
Responsible for execution of territory planning and management
Prioritizes independent relationships with top customers and high value prospects.
Champions company initiatives and implements center led strategy within the district.
Additional sales management responsibilities including, but are not limited to, other operational duties and customer relationship management.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
High School education required.
Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g. business administration) or equivalent relevant industry experience.
Experience
2 or more years' experience successfully growing profitable sales in the foodservice industry.
5+ years' foodservice sales experience in the foodservice industry preferred.
Professional Skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with a variety of stakeholders.
Can derive insights from others through probing questions and collaborative problem-solving.
Superb organizational and project management skills, including the ability to execute multiple initiatives autonomously.
Able to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
Ability to use Sysco's proprietary Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tool for planning and forecasting sales growth.
Demonstrates mastery of skills in the area of consultative selling, marketing principles, prospecting, networking, coaching, and negotiations.
Effectively coach, counsel, train and direct associates.
Capable of supervising and motivating others.
Write reports and business correspondence.
Develop new business, penetrate existing accounts, and minimize lost business to achieve profitable sales growth and special objectives within assigned territory.
Seek and qualify prospects under company account stratification goals.
Research customer business needs and develops a mix of products and service to meet needs.
Evaluate market trends and recommend products to customers, based on business needs and goals.
Be informed of market conditions, product innovations, and competitors' products, prices, and sales; share information with customers as part of value-added services provided.
Answer customers' questions about products, prices, availability, and product use.
Provide product information and practical training to customer personnel.
Communicate and collect accounts receivable as necessary, working with the credit department and client; collect all balances due based on approved credit terms.
Manage deliveries to the routing schedule published by the transportation department.
Troubleshoot any problems that occur during the order process (for example, out of stock items, special order items, low inventory, etc.).
Participate in company functions, promotions, customer visits, and customer events.
Attend and participate in general sales and district meetings.
Review and analyze daily and weekly reports such as special order requests, customer bid files, and sales/gross profit margin data.
Perform administrative duties, such as preparing sales budgets and reports, maintaining sales records, processing credits, and pick-up requests, preparing sales quotes and menu suggestions, and filing reports.
Participate in ongoing training sessions.
Assist with the training of new employees as requested.
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.
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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.
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Why Sysco Sales?
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Benefits
Competitive base salary, bonus, plus promotional incentive opportunities
Car allowance (mileage reimbursement for candidates in CA) and cell phone provided
Career pathing opportunities for both entry level, and experienced individuals
Specialized sales training
Monthly and annual sales rewards and recognition
401(k) with automatic matching
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Comprehensive healthcare benefits
A Day in the Life of a Sysco Sales Consultant
A Sales Consultant role in foodservice distribution offers a fast-paced, rewarding career where you partner with chefs and business owners to help them succeed by providing essential products and solutions. With strong support, training and flexibility, this role combines entrepreneurial freedom with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
We are better as a country because of your service and Sysco is better as a company because of our veteran colleagues. We recognize the commitment and loyalty individuals who served in the military bring to their roles, and Sysco is proud to build meaningful programs and partnerships for an inclusive workforce. Our senior leadership team, Military Recruitment Manager, and Veterans Resource Group stand ready for you to join our table of opportunities at Sysco.
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