Specialist, Chemical

Company Description:

Cheney Brothers recognizes the prosperity of our company is built on the efforts of our employees. We offer a high-impact, supportive culture enabling immensely talented people to be brilliant at what they do. Our Cheney Brothers family of over 4,000 dedicated associates have access to world-class leadership and learning experiences, comprehensive benefit packages and endless opportunities to grow their career. We know the best way to back our customers is to back our people. Join our innovative family of industry leaders who never stop investing in the future.

Job Description:

We Deliver the Goods:

Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Job Summary:

Responsible for the growth and margin increase in the Disposables, Jan/San & Lodging categories for our Ocala OPCO.
Responsible for the product education and sales training of our Regional & District Managers, and District Sales Representatives in the field as it relates to these products.
Conduct sales calls with Account Managers and customers.
Support new business acquisition through product presentations and demonstrations.
Maintain in-depth knowledge of market trends, new products, sustainability initiatives, and regulatory changes.
Provide guidance on product performance, specifications, and cost-saving opportunities.
Train customers on proper usage of cleaning chemicals, dispensers, packaging, and disposable products.

Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company, and will include daily workdays with DSR's, District Sales Meetings, General Sales Meetings, Annual buying shows, all of which will require travel and overnight trips.

Job Responsibilities:

Responsible for growing sales and increasing gross profit margins in the item classes described above.
Provide Sales support to sales by assisting in preparing bids, providing product training and information, and recommending pricing strategies and planning promotions.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Travel to all Ocala Districts on a regular basis to perform sales calls, and travel may include overnight stays when applicable.

Benefits:

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Qualifications:

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience

1 - 3 years of experience in non-foods, (Disposables, Jan/San & Lodging), sales in the foodservice industry & related industries

Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check.

Preferred qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Sales / marketing, business or related area

3 - 5 years of experience in non-foods, (Disposables, Jan/San & Lodging), sales in the foodservice industry & related industries

EEO Statement:

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.

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