National Account Associate

Responsible for the inside support for the corporate contacts at the assigned National Accounts. Support a designated National Account Sales Manager/Executive and provide the day-to-day support needs to include: projects, rollouts, pre-packs, new location openings, quoting, sourcing, reporting, orders, ordering samples, and all miscellaneous support requests.

• High School diploma or GED equivalent with 4+ years similar experience in a Sales/Distribution office environment OR a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 1 year of similar experience in a Sales/Distribution office environment OR equivalent combination of education and experience

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office products (specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).

• Strong analytical, organizational skills and the ability to problem solve, multitask, prioritize and work independently.

• Excellent communication, and time management skills.

• Provide world class service to Corporate Contacts at assigned National Accounts.

• Subject matter expert on assigned National Accounts and their program with Don.

• Research and find new items to meet the program initiatives. 

• Prepare formal quotes in AutoQuotes and Excel as well as prepare materials in Excel for proposals, presentations, or program needs. 

• Set up vendors, NMR's, and contracts. 

• Work with National Accounts Sales to ensure coordination and on-time completion of projects as assigned. 

• Utilize in house reporting tools & SAP for daily, weekly, and monthly reporting needs. 

• Coordinate corporate customer logistics with regard to National Accounts openings, rollouts, and special orders. 

• Research and resolve corporate customer problems and/or questions. 

• Maintain Order Guides, Web Templates and Opening Templates. 

• Assist in order placement and product check in for pre-packs and rollouts.  

• Coordinate special projects with Supply Chain Management.   

• Interact with vendors on contracts, quotes, item setup, stocking levels, and custom items. 

• Work with National Accounts Credit Team on account setups. 

• Troubleshoot and resolve internal and external customer issues. 

• Manage, research, and process correspondence from National Account customers and National Account Sales to determine customer needs. 

• Responsible for staying current on contract changes.

• Build relationships and foster sales opportunities with the corporate level customers. 

• Perform other duties as assigned.

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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.

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.