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Inside Sales Professional roles at Sysco put you at the center of foodservice distribution, managing customer accounts and driving revenue across restaurants, healthcare, and hospitality clients. Sysco has a track record of sponsoring work visas for this function, including pathways for F-1 graduates and permanent residence.
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Get Access To All JobsAre you an experienced Sales Professional, Restaurant Manager, Culinary Manager or Chef looking for career development opportunities? Join Sysco’s World Class Sales Team and explore all the benefits and perks.
Why you should join our Sales Team:
- Competitive base salary, bonus, plus promotional incentive opportunities
- Car allowance (mileage reimbursement for candidates in CA) and cell phone provided
- Career pathing opportunities for both entry level, and experienced individuals
- Opportunity to be part of a purpose driven organization that supports communities and associates
- Specialized sales training
- Individual as well as team-based selling
- Opportunity to learn different ethnic segments
- Monthly and annual sales rewards and recognition
- Robust benefits package including an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, & 401(k) with automatic matching
JOB SUMMARY
This is an outside sales position responsible for promoting the company's products and services and for building relationships with new and existing accounts. The main focus is to help Sysco customers succeed while achieving sales and profit goals established by the company. This position may require working some non-traditional hours (evening, weekends, and holidays) to successfully meet customers' needs.
Responsibilities
- Develop new business, penetrate existing accounts, and minimize lost business to achieve profitable sales growth and special objectives within assigned territory.
- Seek and qualify prospects following company account stratification goals.
- Research customer business needs and develops a mix of products and service to meet needs.
- Evaluate market trends and recommend products to customers, based on business needs and goals.
- Be informed of market conditions, product innovations, and competitors' products, prices, and sales; share information with customers as part of value-added services provided.
- Answer customers' questions about products, prices, availability, and product use.
- Provide product information and practical training to customer personnel.
- Drive personal vehicle to customer accounts, conventions, company meetings, etc.
- Communicate and collect accounts receivable as necessary, working with the credit department and client; collect all balances due based on approved credit terms.
- Manage deliveries to the routing schedule published by the transportation department; troubleshoot any problems that occur during the order process (for example, out of stock items, special order items, low inventory, etc.).
- Participate in company functions, promotions, customer visits, and customer events.
- Attend and participate in general sales and district meetings.
- Engage in ongoing training sessions.
- Assist with the training of new employees as requested.
- Review and analyze daily and weekly reports such as special-order requests, customer bid files, and sales/gross profit margin data.
- Perform administrative duties, such as preparing sales budgets and reports, maintaining sales records, processing credits, and pick-up requests, preparing sales quotes and menu suggestions, and filing reports.
- Other duties may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education/Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Hospitality, Culinary Arts or related discipline OR HSD/GED and 3 years Restaurant Management, B2B or outside sales experience, or equivalent relatable experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bi-Lingual
- Restaurant Management, Foodservice Outside Sales, Chef Experience preferred
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations
- Valid driver’s license with a driving record that meets company insurability standards.
- Current automobile insurance with the following limits of liability: Bodily injury - $100,000 each person and $300,000 each accident; property damage - $100,000 is required.
Requirement
- Pass employment testing
- Must sign Sysco Protective Covenants Agreement.
- Reside or willing to relocate to the geographical vicinity of territory.
Professional Skills
- Basic PC skills and proficiency with MS Office.
- Ability to read, write, speak English.
Competencies
- Building Trust
- Building Customer Loyalty
- Follow-up
- Sales Ability / Persuasiveness
- Managing Work
- Adaptability
- Communication
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Are you an experienced Sales Professional, Restaurant Manager, Culinary Manager or Chef looking for career development opportunities? Join Sysco’s World Class Sales Team and explore all the benefits and perks.
Why you should join our Sales Team:
- Competitive base salary, bonus, plus promotional incentive opportunities
- Car allowance (mileage reimbursement for candidates in CA) and cell phone provided
- Career pathing opportunities for both entry level, and experienced individuals
- Opportunity to be part of a purpose driven organization that supports communities and associates
- Specialized sales training
- Individual as well as team-based selling
- Opportunity to learn different ethnic segments
- Monthly and annual sales rewards and recognition
- Robust benefits package including an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, & 401(k) with automatic matching
JOB SUMMARY
This is an outside sales position responsible for promoting the company's products and services and for building relationships with new and existing accounts. The main focus is to help Sysco customers succeed while achieving sales and profit goals established by the company. This position may require working some non-traditional hours (evening, weekends, and holidays) to successfully meet customers' needs.
Responsibilities
- Develop new business, penetrate existing accounts, and minimize lost business to achieve profitable sales growth and special objectives within assigned territory.
- Seek and qualify prospects following company account stratification goals.
- Research customer business needs and develops a mix of products and service to meet needs.
- Evaluate market trends and recommend products to customers, based on business needs and goals.
- Be informed of market conditions, product innovations, and competitors' products, prices, and sales; share information with customers as part of value-added services provided.
- Answer customers' questions about products, prices, availability, and product use.
- Provide product information and practical training to customer personnel.
- Drive personal vehicle to customer accounts, conventions, company meetings, etc.
- Communicate and collect accounts receivable as necessary, working with the credit department and client; collect all balances due based on approved credit terms.
- Manage deliveries to the routing schedule published by the transportation department; troubleshoot any problems that occur during the order process (for example, out of stock items, special order items, low inventory, etc.).
- Participate in company functions, promotions, customer visits, and customer events.
- Attend and participate in general sales and district meetings.
- Engage in ongoing training sessions.
- Assist with the training of new employees as requested.
- Review and analyze daily and weekly reports such as special-order requests, customer bid files, and sales/gross profit margin data.
- Perform administrative duties, such as preparing sales budgets and reports, maintaining sales records, processing credits, and pick-up requests, preparing sales quotes and menu suggestions, and filing reports.
- Other duties may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education/Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Hospitality, Culinary Arts or related discipline OR HSD/GED and 3 years Restaurant Management, B2B or outside sales experience, or equivalent relatable experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bi-Lingual
- Restaurant Management, Foodservice Outside Sales, Chef Experience preferred
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations
- Valid driver’s license with a driving record that meets company insurability standards.
- Current automobile insurance with the following limits of liability: Bodily injury - $100,000 each person and $300,000 each accident; property damage - $100,000 is required.
Requirement
- Pass employment testing
- Must sign Sysco Protective Covenants Agreement.
- Reside or willing to relocate to the geographical vicinity of territory.
Professional Skills
- Basic PC skills and proficiency with MS Office.
- Ability to read, write, speak English.
Competencies
- Building Trust
- Building Customer Loyalty
- Follow-up
- Sales Ability / Persuasiveness
- Managing Work
- Adaptability
- Communication
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Inside Sales Professional Jobs at Sysco Jobs
Frame your foodservice knowledge in applications
Sysco's inside sales roles require product fluency across food categories, not just general sales experience. Highlight any exposure to distributor pricing, menu costing, or foodservice account management in your resume before you apply.
Target markets with high account density
Sysco's inside sales openings cluster around metro markets with dense restaurant and hospitality sectors. Prioritizing roles in those geographies improves your odds of landing a position where sponsorship infrastructure and hiring volume are strongest.
Clarify your OPT timeline before interviewing
If you're on F-1 OPT, Sysco recruiters will ask how much authorized work time remains. Know your exact I-20 end date and whether you qualify for the 24-month STEM extension, since inside sales roles tied to CRM systems or data analysis sometimes support that classification.
Understand how TN status applies here
Canadian and Mexican nationals in sales management or marketing roles may qualify for TN status, which doesn't require USCIS approval before starting work. Confirm with Sysco's HR team whether your inside sales title maps to a qualifying TN occupation category before accepting an offer.
Prepare for PERM-based sponsorship conversations early
EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM requires DOL recruitment documentation and can take a year or more before filing. Ask during the offer stage whether Sysco initiates PERM after a defined tenure period, so you can plan your immigration timeline accurately.
Use Migrate Mate to find open roles efficiently
Inside Sales Professional positions at Sysco appear across dozens of markets and open frequently. Use Migrate Mate to filter Sysco's current openings by visa type so you're applying to roles where sponsorship has been confirmed rather than assumed.
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Find Inside Sales Professional at Sysco JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Sysco sponsor H-1B visas for Inside Sales Professionals?
Sysco's sponsorship activity for Inside Sales Professionals focuses primarily on F-1 OPT, TN, and permanent residence pathways like EB-2 and EB-3, rather than H-1B. Inside sales roles generally fall outside the specialty occupation threshold USCIS applies to H-1B petitions, though candidates with a directly relevant degree and a sufficiently specialized role scope may still pursue that route with employer support.
Which visa types are commonly used for Inside Sales Professional roles at Sysco?
F-1 OPT and CPT are the most common entry points for recent graduates joining Sysco in inside sales. TN status is a practical option for Canadian and Mexican nationals whose role aligns with a qualifying occupation. For longer-term authorization, Sysco has supported EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process for inside sales professionals who meet tenure requirements.
How do I apply for Inside Sales Professional jobs at Sysco?
Applications go through Sysco's careers portal, where inside sales roles are listed by region and market. You can also browse verified sponsorship-eligible openings at Sysco directly through Migrate Mate, which filters positions by visa type so you know upfront which roles align with your authorization. Tailoring your application to highlight foodservice account experience and CRM proficiency strengthens your candidacy.
What qualifications does Sysco expect for Inside Sales Professional roles?
Sysco typically looks for a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field, though candidates with hands-on foodservice or distribution experience are equally competitive. Inside sales roles prioritize account retention skills, comfort with outbound call volume, and familiarity with consultative selling. Experience with sales tools like Salesforce or similar CRM platforms is a practical advantage in the interview process.
How do I think about timing when pursuing sponsorship at Sysco?
If you're on F-1 OPT, start the conversation about long-term sponsorship before your work authorization window closes, not after. PERM-based green card sponsorship takes time to initiate, and Sysco typically begins the process only after a defined period of employment. If you're a TN holder, renewals can be handled at the border without USCIS involvement, which keeps your timeline more flexible than H-1B-dependent candidates face.
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