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Position Summary:
Supports a portfolio of Regional Chain Account Customers through day-to-day tactical customer relationship management activities. Assists the Regional Multi Unit Account Managers by coordinating customer activities and providing internal support to their customer account teams. Facilitates interactions between internal supporting departments and customer corporate offices.
What We Offer:
- The salary range for this position is $55,000 to $70,000 plus a 10% bonus potential.
- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and EFAP Benefits after 30 days of employment
- FULL flex benefits program
- Company matching RRSP
- Family culture
- Advancement opportunities
- Profit Sharing
- 129 year, family owned and operated company history
Location:
The successful candidate should be able to commute to the Milton DC at least 4 days a week.
Essential Functions:
- Organizes all essential communication for key projects, e.g. promotions, limited time offers and product changes
- Manages order guide process
- Reviews internal initiatives from a customer perspective to ensure proper execution
- Coordinates new item setup
- Directs internal Gordon Food Service teams in new restaurant location openings and closings.
- Creates standard and ad hoc reports to support customer using the Data Warehouse. Analyzes reports to ensure data integrity.
- Manages the customer product usage through the CRID report and Customer Compliance report
- Participates in business reviews as directed by Regional Chain Manager.
- Serves as the escalation point for any customer service issues requiring additional support that is beyond the Customer Care Rep’s ability. Resolves conflicts.
- Participates as a core member in the new customer implementation process.
- Works directly with customers to resolve issues (including general inquiries, service and product issues)
- Assists in the pricing and contract efforts.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
- Highly motivated, self starter with a focus on details and accuracy in a fast paced environment
- Excellent written, verbal, organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to problem solve and develop solutions to a variety of complex business issues with the ability to balance customer needs within the framework of Gordon Food Service business practices.
- Ability to multi-task, organize, prioritize and work independently or within a team environment
- A natural desire to serve our customers
Equipment / Tools / Technology:
- Advanced knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing, presentation and email
- Must be proficient using a computer keyboard (may need to be tested)
Education & Minimum Experience Requirements
- High School Diploma (or equivalent) plus 3 or more years experience in inside sales, customer service and/or business experience
- Bachelor Degree in Business, Sales or related field preferred
We 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.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to [email protected] and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least 3 years of experience in inside sales, customer service, and/or business experience
- Advanced knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing, presentation, and email software
- Proficiency using a computer keyboard
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, or a related field
Gordon Food Service Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Gordon Food Service and has not been reviewed or approved by Gordon Food Service.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Incentive-based pay for warehouse selectors and drivers enables higher earnings when performance targets are exceeded, with overtime, bonuses, and profit sharing adding to total pay. These mechanisms are portrayed as dependable ways to boost compensation for physically demanding roles.
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Retirement Support — 401(k) access with profit sharing—and in some cases employer matching—is highlighted as a meaningful component of the package. Pre-tax savings options and disability coverage further reinforce long-term financial security.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage are paired with mental-health and employee-assistance resources. Offerings are described as solid and relatively comprehensive, with availability for full- and part-time employees subject to eligibility rules.
Gordon Food Service Insights
What We Do
We’ve grown to become the largest family-operated broadline food service distributor in North America by upholding the same business approach since 1897—being passionately committed to the people we serve. We believe in the power of good food—to bring people together and make moments special. Every product, every order, and every decision we make is inspired by the people on the other side of the plate. We distribute to foodservice operators throughout the Midwest, Northeast, Southeast and Southwest regions of the U.S. and coast to coast in Canada. Our company also operates more than 170 Gordon Food Service Stores, which are open to the public and provide the benefits of restaurant-quality products and friendly, knowledgeable service. Gordon Food Service Stores do not charge a membership fee. Gordon Food Service Stores are the primary supplier for many small foodservice operators, including: restaurants, churches, daycare providers, caterers, event planners, and other small businesses. We offer a broad range of employment opportunities throughout our corporate offices, distribution centers, and retail stores. We have a strong commitment to our employees and foster an environment that promotes internal growth, training, and career development opportunities. Gordon Food Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
