What are the responsibilities and job description for the Brand Specialist- Hampton Roads position at Performance Food Group?
115808BR
Job Title :
Brand Specialist- Hampton Roads
Location :
Performance Virginia Independent (1767)
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
Position Summary :
The position will service the southside region of Hampton roads
Responsible for building customer loyalty and trust by becoming a true partner in their business. Partner through menu redesign, employee training and development of promotion and merchandising programs. Responsible for controlled brand sales, customer training, advertising, promotions, participation in food shows, brand product selection, customer events and brand profitability. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company.
Position Responsibilities :
Successfully implement brand marketing programs as measured by favorable company financial performance. Attain targeted sales as determined by business goals. Serve as business consultant for customers in an effort to build customer loyalty and promote sales
Perform competitive brand product cuttings.
Guide local supplier and broker support in proper communication of brands. Gather brands feedback from sales and operators and communicate to PFG headquarters.
Identify potential significant users of brand items and conduct presentations to the customers.
Work with sales, marketing and purchasing to maintain proper Stock Keeping Unit (SKU) balance of products while focusing efforts to grow branded sales. Communicate quality issues and / or competitive product information.
May design customer menus. Develop new ideas for customers. May cook for special customer events. Evaluate food and labor costs savings through observation.
Conduct in-house training seminars for Area Managers (AM) and sales management. Provide training for customers, as needed.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Req Number : 115808BR
Address Line 1 : 10399 Washington Hwy
Job Location :
Hampton Roads, Virginia (VA)
Shift : 1st Shift
Full Time / Part Time :
Full Time
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 () .
Required Qualifications :
High School Diploma or Equivalent
4-6 years Culinary Arts, Hotel / Restaurant Management, 2-2-4 years seafood experience; sales / marketing or related area.
Division :
Performance Foodservice
Job Category : Procurement
Preferred Qualifications :
Bachelors : Culinary Arts, Hotel / Restaurant Management or related area
5 years Foodservice experience Restaurant or related area.
6 years Culinary Arts, Hotel / Restaurant Management, Sales / Marketing or related area.
Previous experience in Foodservice distribution industry, focused on seafood.
State : Virginia
Company Description :
Performance Foodservice, PFG’s broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants and other experts builds close relationships with each customer, providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection and operational strategies. The Performance Foodservice team delivers delicious food, but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.
Benefits :
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Compensation :
Commensurate with Experience
