Manager, Business Development

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St. Cloud, MN, USA
In-Office
95K-142K Annually
Mid level
Food • Logistics
The Role
The Manager of Business Development will analyze new business opportunities, assess customer profitability, and contribute to strategic planning. Responsibilities include gathering data from potential customers, validating departmental input, preparing RFP submissions, and improving profitability processes.
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Company:  

US0332 Sysco Western Minnesota, Inc.

Sales Territory:  

US-MN-Minneapolis, US-MO-St. Cloud, US-ND-Fargo

Zip Code:

56304

Travel Percentage:  

Up to 50%

Compensation Range:

$94,600.00 - $142,000.00

The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws.  Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors.  

You may be eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.

BENEFITS INFORMATION:

For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com

JOB SUMMARY
The primary responsibilities of this position are to analyze new business opportunities, analyze existing customer profitability and participate in new business strategy and feasibility planning.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Acquire and validate data from prospective new customers

  • Provide relevant data and direction to Distribution Services, Purchasing, Procurement, Operations, and Finance to analyze the impact of the new business

  • Validate the reasonability of the departmental input and modify it as necessary

  • Proforma the new business

  • Assist in preparation of RFP submission

  • Participate as requested in meetings with potential new customers to obtain data and explain proposals

  • Analyze the profitability of existing customers and recommend new fees upon the expiration of existing contracts

  • Proforma “what if” scenarios on ways to improve the company's profitability

  • Continually refine the proforma process to improve accuracy and timeliness

  • Participate in the company's strategic planning

  • Other duties as assigned or necessary

QUALIFICATIONS
Education
4-year degree in business, marketing or related field

Experience

Plus a minimum of 3 years experience in sales, or the food distribution industry
Physical Demands

Must be able to communicate clearly via telephone and personal contact with customers and other company personnel

Mental/Visual Demands

Must be able to read at a distance close to the eyes. Driving requires distance vision
 

Travel

Occasional travel by automobile and air is required
 

Equipment Operated

Automobile, Personal Computer with Microsoft Office Suite knowledge

License, Certificates, and Registration
Valid driver’s license and certificate of auto insurance as defined in Company Policy

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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.

Skills Required

  • 4-year degree in business, marketing or related field
  • Minimum 3 years experience in sales or the food distribution industry
  • Valid driver's license and certificate of auto insurance

Sysco Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Sysco and has not been reviewed or approved by Sysco.

  • Healthcare Strength Multiple national medical plan options with telehealth, behavioral health resources, and targeted programs indicate broad coverage and support. Preventive care access and ancillary offerings (dental, vision, Rx advocacy) further reinforce the package.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with automatic company contributions plus a match, alongside an employee stock purchase plan, underscores solid retirement support. At union locations, enhanced pension terms add to perceived long‑term value.
  • Pay Growth & Progression Recent collective bargaining outcomes with substantial wage increases demonstrate meaningful pay progression where contracts apply. In high‑volume markets, incentive structures can amplify earnings beyond base rates.

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The Company
HQ: Houston, TX
24,120 Employees

What We Do

Sysco is the global leader in selling, marketing and distributing food and related products to customers who prepare meals away from home. This includes restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments, entertainment venues, and more. Sysco operates almost 340 distribution centers, in over 10 countries, with 76,000 colleagues serving approximately 730,000 customer locations. The company generated sales of more than $81 billion in fiscal year 2025 that ended June 28, 2025. As the world’s largest food-away-from-home distributor, Sysco offers customized supply chain solutions, bespoke specialty product offerings, and culinary support to drive customers to innovate and optimize their operations. We act as a trusted business partner to our customers, helping them grow through our industry-leading portfolio that includes fresh produce, premium proteins, specialty products, sustainably focused items, equipment and supplies, and innovative culinary solutions. For more information, visit www.sysco.com. For important news and key information for Sysco investors, visit the Investor Relations section of the company’s website at investors.sysco.com.

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