This is a hybrid position, mostly remote, with 50% travel required and an onsite presence at FreshPoint location(s) periodically. Please note that the number of days onsite can increase based on business needs. JOB SUMMARY This is a sales position reporting directly to the Director of New Business Development, FreshPoint. This position will be responsible for the improvement of FreshPoint's market position and achieving financial growth by defining long-term strategic goals, identifying business opportunities, finding potential new customers and negotiating contracts to secure their business. Working with the Presidents, Sales Leaders and Marketing Associates, the Regional New Business Developer fosters relationships with prospects and transitions these accounts to the sales force. RESPONSIBILITIES Works with the senior teams across multiple operating companies on the development of a comprehensive business development strategy with a focus on local street, local contract, and retail segments. Accountable for leveraging data to identify segment opportunities and build creative and effective sales plan to capitalize on those segments Identifies business development opportunities, coordinates sales teams to propose new business, and drive such opportunities from concept to execution Collaborates with sales team to expand business development efforts, including contributing to annual profit plan and assist with the implementation and execution of such plans and tracking outcomes Manages systems and processes to track, measure and report on results of business development initiatives Gather information on emerging market and foodservice industry trends to understand the competitive landscape and top position Sysco for increased effectiveness in securing new business Attends industry functions, such as association events and conferences, and provides feedback and information on market and creative trends Present to and consult with senior level management on trends in the foodservice business Identify opportunities for promotions, additional services, and distribution avenues that will lead to an increase in sales Develop strong working relationships with brokers, distributors, company and foodservice industry peers Support Customer Engagement efforts to provide FreshPoint customers with expanded service channel options (e.g. Sales Coordinator, FreshPoint mobile/ecomm). Plan and record daily activity accurately within CRM tool Develop primary vendor programs as needed Conduct quality business reviews for existing customers Conduct merchandising research for customers regarding products to meet their needs Review weekly, monthly and quarterly sales objectives and results for target accounts and prepare action plans where improvement is needed Provide, prepare and cut samples for customers as required Attend sales meetings, food shows, customer events etc. and provide feedback Stay current with development in the field through participation in seminars, workshops and reading publications Stay current with FreshPoint's value-added offerings and technology solutions, including but not limited to customer-facing reporting tool Perform administrative duties, such as preparing sales budgets and reports, maintaining sales records and filing reports. Participate in ongoing training sessions. Assist with the trainings as requested. QUALIFICATIONS Education High School education required. Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g. business administration) or equivalent educational level preferred. Minimum Experience 5 or more years' with a proven track record of opening new business in the food service industry. Preferred Experience: 5+ years' foodservice sales experience 3+ years' Restaurant management / chef experience Skills: Proficient in Excel, Word, Microsoft Outlook, and some knowledge of Salesforce a plus Excellent oral and written communication skills are required. Excellent organizational and presentation skills are required. Intermediate word processing (Microsoft Word preferred) and intermediate spreadsheet application skills (Microsoft Excel preferred) are desired. Ability to work with a variety of people and situations in a fast-paced environment is required. 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 FreshPoint'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.
07/22/2026
Full time
This is a hybrid position, mostly remote, with 50% travel required and an onsite presence at FreshPoint location(s) periodically. Please note that the number of days onsite can increase based on business needs. JOB SUMMARY This is a sales position reporting directly to the Director of New Business Development, FreshPoint. This position will be responsible for the improvement of FreshPoint's market position and achieving financial growth by defining long-term strategic goals, identifying business opportunities, finding potential new customers and negotiating contracts to secure their business. Working with the Presidents, Sales Leaders and Marketing Associates, the Regional New Business Developer fosters relationships with prospects and transitions these accounts to the sales force. RESPONSIBILITIES Works with the senior teams across multiple operating companies on the development of a comprehensive business development strategy with a focus on local street, local contract, and retail segments. Accountable for leveraging data to identify segment opportunities and build creative and effective sales plan to capitalize on those segments Identifies business development opportunities, coordinates sales teams to propose new business, and drive such opportunities from concept to execution Collaborates with sales team to expand business development efforts, including contributing to annual profit plan and assist with the implementation and execution of such plans and tracking outcomes Manages systems and processes to track, measure and report on results of business development initiatives Gather information on emerging market and foodservice industry trends to understand the competitive landscape and top position Sysco for increased effectiveness in securing new business Attends industry functions, such as association events and conferences, and provides feedback and information on market and creative trends Present to and consult with senior level management on trends in the foodservice business Identify opportunities for promotions, additional services, and distribution avenues that will lead to an increase in sales Develop strong working relationships with brokers, distributors, company and foodservice industry peers Support Customer Engagement efforts to provide FreshPoint customers with expanded service channel options (e.g. Sales Coordinator, FreshPoint mobile/ecomm). Plan and record daily activity accurately within CRM tool Develop primary vendor programs as needed Conduct quality business reviews for existing customers Conduct merchandising research for customers regarding products to meet their needs Review weekly, monthly and quarterly sales objectives and results for target accounts and prepare action plans where improvement is needed Provide, prepare and cut samples for customers as required Attend sales meetings, food shows, customer events etc. and provide feedback Stay current with development in the field through participation in seminars, workshops and reading publications Stay current with FreshPoint's value-added offerings and technology solutions, including but not limited to customer-facing reporting tool Perform administrative duties, such as preparing sales budgets and reports, maintaining sales records and filing reports. Participate in ongoing training sessions. Assist with the trainings as requested. QUALIFICATIONS Education High School education required. Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g. business administration) or equivalent educational level preferred. Minimum Experience 5 or more years' with a proven track record of opening new business in the food service industry. Preferred Experience: 5+ years' foodservice sales experience 3+ years' Restaurant management / chef experience Skills: Proficient in Excel, Word, Microsoft Outlook, and some knowledge of Salesforce a plus Excellent oral and written communication skills are required. Excellent organizational and presentation skills are required. Intermediate word processing (Microsoft Word preferred) and intermediate spreadsheet application skills (Microsoft Excel preferred) are desired. Ability to work with a variety of people and situations in a fast-paced environment is required. 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 FreshPoint'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.
This is a hybrid position, mostly remote, with 50% travel required and an onsite presence at FreshPoint location(s) periodically. Please note that the number of days onsite can increase based on business needs. JOB SUMMARY This is a sales position reporting directly to the Director of New Business Development, FreshPoint. This position will be responsible for the improvement of FreshPoint's market position and achieving financial growth by defining long-term strategic goals, identifying business opportunities, finding potential new customers and negotiating contracts to secure their business. Working with the Presidents, Sales Leaders and Marketing Associates, the Regional New Business Developer fosters relationships with prospects and transitions these accounts to the sales force. RESPONSIBILITIES Works with the senior teams across multiple operating companies on the development of a comprehensive business development strategy with a focus on local street, local contract, and retail segments. Accountable for leveraging data to identify segment opportunities and build creative and effective sales plan to capitalize on those segments Identifies business development opportunities, coordinates sales teams to propose new business, and drive such opportunities from concept to execution Collaborates with sales team to expand business development efforts, including contributing to annual profit plan and assist with the implementation and execution of such plans and tracking outcomes Manages systems and processes to track, measure and report on results of business development initiatives Gather information on emerging market and foodservice industry trends to understand the competitive landscape and top position Sysco for increased effectiveness in securing new business Attends industry functions, such as association events and conferences, and provides feedback and information on market and creative trends Present to and consult with senior level management on trends in the foodservice business Identify opportunities for promotions, additional services, and distribution avenues that will lead to an increase in sales Develop strong working relationships with brokers, distributors, company and foodservice industry peers Support Customer Engagement efforts to provide FreshPoint customers with expanded service channel options (e.g. Sales Coordinator, FreshPoint mobile/ecomm). Plan and record daily activity accurately within CRM tool Develop primary vendor programs as needed Conduct quality business reviews for existing customers Conduct merchandising research for customers regarding products to meet their needs Review weekly, monthly and quarterly sales objectives and results for target accounts and prepare action plans where improvement is needed Provide, prepare and cut samples for customers as required Attend sales meetings, food shows, customer events etc. and provide feedback Stay current with development in the field through participation in seminars, workshops and reading publications Stay current with FreshPoint's value-added offerings and technology solutions, including but not limited to customer-facing reporting tool Perform administrative duties, such as preparing sales budgets and reports, maintaining sales records and filing reports. Participate in ongoing training sessions. Assist with the trainings as requested. QUALIFICATIONS Education High School education required. Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g. business administration) or equivalent educational level preferred. Minimum Experience 5 or more years' with a proven track record of opening new business in the food service industry. Preferred Experience: 5+ years' foodservice sales experience 3+ years' Restaurant management / chef experience Skills: Proficient in Excel, Word, Microsoft Outlook, and some knowledge of Salesforce a plus Excellent oral and written communication skills are required. Excellent organizational and presentation skills are required. Intermediate word processing (Microsoft Word preferred) and intermediate spreadsheet application skills (Microsoft Excel preferred) are desired. Ability to work with a variety of people and situations in a fast-paced environment is required. 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 FreshPoint'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.
07/22/2026
Full time
This is a hybrid position, mostly remote, with 50% travel required and an onsite presence at FreshPoint location(s) periodically. Please note that the number of days onsite can increase based on business needs. JOB SUMMARY This is a sales position reporting directly to the Director of New Business Development, FreshPoint. This position will be responsible for the improvement of FreshPoint's market position and achieving financial growth by defining long-term strategic goals, identifying business opportunities, finding potential new customers and negotiating contracts to secure their business. Working with the Presidents, Sales Leaders and Marketing Associates, the Regional New Business Developer fosters relationships with prospects and transitions these accounts to the sales force. RESPONSIBILITIES Works with the senior teams across multiple operating companies on the development of a comprehensive business development strategy with a focus on local street, local contract, and retail segments. Accountable for leveraging data to identify segment opportunities and build creative and effective sales plan to capitalize on those segments Identifies business development opportunities, coordinates sales teams to propose new business, and drive such opportunities from concept to execution Collaborates with sales team to expand business development efforts, including contributing to annual profit plan and assist with the implementation and execution of such plans and tracking outcomes Manages systems and processes to track, measure and report on results of business development initiatives Gather information on emerging market and foodservice industry trends to understand the competitive landscape and top position Sysco for increased effectiveness in securing new business Attends industry functions, such as association events and conferences, and provides feedback and information on market and creative trends Present to and consult with senior level management on trends in the foodservice business Identify opportunities for promotions, additional services, and distribution avenues that will lead to an increase in sales Develop strong working relationships with brokers, distributors, company and foodservice industry peers Support Customer Engagement efforts to provide FreshPoint customers with expanded service channel options (e.g. Sales Coordinator, FreshPoint mobile/ecomm). Plan and record daily activity accurately within CRM tool Develop primary vendor programs as needed Conduct quality business reviews for existing customers Conduct merchandising research for customers regarding products to meet their needs Review weekly, monthly and quarterly sales objectives and results for target accounts and prepare action plans where improvement is needed Provide, prepare and cut samples for customers as required Attend sales meetings, food shows, customer events etc. and provide feedback Stay current with development in the field through participation in seminars, workshops and reading publications Stay current with FreshPoint's value-added offerings and technology solutions, including but not limited to customer-facing reporting tool Perform administrative duties, such as preparing sales budgets and reports, maintaining sales records and filing reports. Participate in ongoing training sessions. Assist with the trainings as requested. QUALIFICATIONS Education High School education required. Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g. business administration) or equivalent educational level preferred. Minimum Experience 5 or more years' with a proven track record of opening new business in the food service industry. Preferred Experience: 5+ years' foodservice sales experience 3+ years' Restaurant management / chef experience Skills: Proficient in Excel, Word, Microsoft Outlook, and some knowledge of Salesforce a plus Excellent oral and written communication skills are required. Excellent organizational and presentation skills are required. Intermediate word processing (Microsoft Word preferred) and intermediate spreadsheet application skills (Microsoft Excel preferred) are desired. Ability to work with a variety of people and situations in a fast-paced environment is required. 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 FreshPoint'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.
About the Role & Team At Disney Consumer Products, we inspire imagination around the world and are committed to creating happiness for families and fans by bringing captivating, inspiring, and inclusive products into their daily lives. From toys to t-shirts, console games, books, and more, our team brings our beloved brands and franchises into the lives of families through products and experiences that can be found worldwide, such as the Disney Store e-commerce platform, Disney Parks, local and international retailers, and Disney Store locations around the world! The Disney Store Planning organization is responsible for developing a strategic financial plan to drive growth and profitability and deliver on the Guest experience. The team is the foundation of the Channel and works in partnership with Merchandising and Sourcing to deliver a range of items relevant to Disney Stores (e-commerce and brick-and-mortar). You and your teams will drive a quarterly/annual financial strategy for an assortment across multiple categories, based on detailed knowledge of business insights and analytics, marketplace trends, and guest mix across channels. You will evaluate the assortment and react to in-season performance, trends, and takeaways to inform & adjust current and future seasons' financial and inventory positioning. You will demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of all key financial performance indicators to build recommendations and influence the broader organization's execution. The Senior Manager, Merchandise Planning, will report to the Director - Planning & Allocation and lead a team of 2 direct and 3 second-level reports. This is a full-time role. What You Will Do: Lead the team that creates Category Plans, including weekly, monthly, and annual forecasts Drive the business with full accountability for revenue and cost of goods for an area of responsibility Own the pre-season & in-season planning, including forecasting and inventory open-to-buy management to drive growth and profitability Analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions that provide actionable insights Lead the development of monthly/annual cause-of-change models Translate business performance drivers and metrics into informative analysis and recommendations, influencing organizational decisions Identify pricing and liquidation opportunities for your division to manage inventory liability Lead cross-functional merchandise meetings, provide input on product performance, assortment strategies, and inventory positioning Mentor & develop team members' skills to continually build bench strength and broaden career path opportunities Required Qualifications & Skills: 6+ years of experience in merchandise planning, financial analysis, and/or strategy development Leadership experience guiding and motivating hard-working teams with an excellent track record of achievement, advancement, and performance Use financial forecasting, analytical, and communication skills to turn business performance data into useful insights and recommendations for senior leaders Proven ability to shape business decisions, influence partners, and build relationships across the company Apply storytelling techniques to financial data and present it to leaders at various levels Ability to meet timelines, handle multiple priorities, and perform job responsibilities accurately while working in a fast-paced and vibrant environment Familiarity with retail planning software or systems, MS Office, Excel, and an understanding of Business Intelligence tools Preferred Qualifications & Skills: Knowledge of retail planning software or systems such as Oracle MFP (Merchandise Financial Planning) Understanding of Business Intelligence tools, including MicroStrategy Proficiency in interpreting Tableau reports and leveraging the insights to enhance business performance Self-starter with natural curiosity and the ability to deal with ambiguity Ability to work within a sophisticated matrix organization and find creative solutions Required Education: Bachelor's Degree and/or 6+ years of related experience Preferred Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Mathematics, or other related fields Additional Information: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at . The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $139,200 to $186,600 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
07/07/2026
Full time
About the Role & Team At Disney Consumer Products, we inspire imagination around the world and are committed to creating happiness for families and fans by bringing captivating, inspiring, and inclusive products into their daily lives. From toys to t-shirts, console games, books, and more, our team brings our beloved brands and franchises into the lives of families through products and experiences that can be found worldwide, such as the Disney Store e-commerce platform, Disney Parks, local and international retailers, and Disney Store locations around the world! The Disney Store Planning organization is responsible for developing a strategic financial plan to drive growth and profitability and deliver on the Guest experience. The team is the foundation of the Channel and works in partnership with Merchandising and Sourcing to deliver a range of items relevant to Disney Stores (e-commerce and brick-and-mortar). You and your teams will drive a quarterly/annual financial strategy for an assortment across multiple categories, based on detailed knowledge of business insights and analytics, marketplace trends, and guest mix across channels. You will evaluate the assortment and react to in-season performance, trends, and takeaways to inform & adjust current and future seasons' financial and inventory positioning. You will demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of all key financial performance indicators to build recommendations and influence the broader organization's execution. The Senior Manager, Merchandise Planning, will report to the Director - Planning & Allocation and lead a team of 2 direct and 3 second-level reports. This is a full-time role. What You Will Do: Lead the team that creates Category Plans, including weekly, monthly, and annual forecasts Drive the business with full accountability for revenue and cost of goods for an area of responsibility Own the pre-season & in-season planning, including forecasting and inventory open-to-buy management to drive growth and profitability Analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions that provide actionable insights Lead the development of monthly/annual cause-of-change models Translate business performance drivers and metrics into informative analysis and recommendations, influencing organizational decisions Identify pricing and liquidation opportunities for your division to manage inventory liability Lead cross-functional merchandise meetings, provide input on product performance, assortment strategies, and inventory positioning Mentor & develop team members' skills to continually build bench strength and broaden career path opportunities Required Qualifications & Skills: 6+ years of experience in merchandise planning, financial analysis, and/or strategy development Leadership experience guiding and motivating hard-working teams with an excellent track record of achievement, advancement, and performance Use financial forecasting, analytical, and communication skills to turn business performance data into useful insights and recommendations for senior leaders Proven ability to shape business decisions, influence partners, and build relationships across the company Apply storytelling techniques to financial data and present it to leaders at various levels Ability to meet timelines, handle multiple priorities, and perform job responsibilities accurately while working in a fast-paced and vibrant environment Familiarity with retail planning software or systems, MS Office, Excel, and an understanding of Business Intelligence tools Preferred Qualifications & Skills: Knowledge of retail planning software or systems such as Oracle MFP (Merchandise Financial Planning) Understanding of Business Intelligence tools, including MicroStrategy Proficiency in interpreting Tableau reports and leveraging the insights to enhance business performance Self-starter with natural curiosity and the ability to deal with ambiguity Ability to work within a sophisticated matrix organization and find creative solutions Required Education: Bachelor's Degree and/or 6+ years of related experience Preferred Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Mathematics, or other related fields Additional Information: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at . The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $139,200 to $186,600 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
