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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 including completion of the Sysco Sales Internship.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bi-Lingual
- Restaurant Management, Foodservice Outside Sales, Chef Experience preferred
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations
- Valid driver's license with a "clean" driving record (including no multiple DUIs within the last 2 years)
- 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
- Submit to pre-employment testing (Drug Screen, Background Check).
- 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
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 including completion of the Sysco Sales Internship.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bi-Lingual
- Restaurant Management, Foodservice Outside Sales, Chef Experience preferred
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations
- Valid driver's license with a "clean" driving record (including no multiple DUIs within the last 2 years)
- 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
- Submit to pre-employment testing (Drug Screen, Background Check).
- 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
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Sales Consultant
Lead with your OPT status upfront
Don't wait until the offer stage to mention your OPT authorization. Disclosing early filters out employers who won't sponsor and saves time on both sides. Most sales hiring managers appreciate the transparency and will tell you quickly where they stand.
Target companies with quota-driven sales teams
Larger organizations with established sales pipelines, dedicated revenue targets, and structured onboarding are more likely to sponsor OPT students. They hire in volume, have HR infrastructure for work authorization, and are less likely to drop a candidate over visa paperwork.
Quantify your sales experience in every application
Revenue generated, quota attainment, conversion rates, and pipeline metrics signal readiness to hiring managers immediately. OPT students who present measurable outcomes compete directly with candidates who have years of experience. Numbers matter more than job titles on a resume.
Check whether your degree supports a STEM OPT extension
Sales Consultant roles at tech or analytics companies sometimes fall under STEM-designated job functions. If your undergraduate or graduate degree is STEM-classified, you may qualify for a 24-month extension, giving employers a longer runway and making sponsorship a much easier conversation.
Prepare for the OPT timeline conversation
Know your OPT start date, end date, and cap-gap eligibility before your first interview. Employers will ask. A candidate who answers clearly and explains the H-1B transition pathway confidently removes the biggest objection sponsors typically have about hiring international students.
Focus your search on OPT-friendly employers from the start
Browsing general job boards wastes time on roles that won't consider OPT applicants. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for Sales Consultant positions posted by employers who have sponsored OPT or H-1B candidates before, so every application has a realistic shot.
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Can I work as a Sales Consultant on OPT?
Yes, as long as the role is directly related to your field of study. Sales Consultant positions typically qualify for students with business, marketing, communications, or management degrees. Before accepting an offer, confirm the job description aligns with your declared major, since your DSO will need to verify that connection when updating your SEVIS record.
Do Sales Consultant employers commonly sponsor OPT students?
It varies significantly by company size and industry. Enterprise software, financial services, and technology companies with dedicated sales teams sponsor OPT students far more frequently than small businesses or startups with limited HR capacity. Migrate Mate surfaces Sales Consultant roles specifically from employers with a documented history of OPT and H-1B sponsorship, which saves considerable time in your search.
Does a Sales Consultant role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on both your degree classification and the employer's E-Verify enrollment. The role itself must align with a STEM-designated program. Sales positions at data analytics, SaaS, or engineering companies sometimes qualify, particularly if the function involves technical product knowledge. Your DSO can confirm whether your specific degree CIP code is on the STEM designation list.
What happens to my OPT if I lose a Sales Consultant job?
You have a 90-day unemployment allowance across your entire OPT period, not per job. If you lose your Sales Consultant role, the clock starts immediately. Report the separation to your DSO promptly and begin your next job search right away. Exceeding 90 cumulative days of unemployment, including any gaps between jobs, will end your OPT authorization.
Can I work as a 1099 independent contractor in a Sales Consultant role on OPT?
This is a gray area. USCIS does not explicitly prohibit self-employment on OPT, but most DSOs require evidence of a formal employment relationship. Commission-only or independent contractor arrangements can be difficult to document for SEVIS purposes. If a Sales Consultant role is structured as 1099, consult your DSO before accepting to confirm it satisfies your school's OPT employment verification requirements.
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