Equipment and Supply Manager; Restaurants

Company Description

Performance Food service, 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 customers – providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401(k) 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

The Equipment and Supply Manager represents the equipment and design business to prospective and current customers. This role is responsible for acquiring and managing new business, consulting with clients, and overseeing all aspects of equipment and supply services. The ideal candidate will have a background in restaurant, hospitality, culinary arts, or sales, and possess strong problem‑solving and communication skills.

• Represent the equipment and design business to customers and prospects.
• Acquire and manage new business opportunities.
• Provide consultative services to customers regarding equipment and supplies.
• Handles customer calls, website/app leads, and in‑person meetings professionally.
• Assists with in‑store sales and walk‑in customers.
• Support other sales representatives and assist with sales activities.
• Solve equipment and supply issues with minimal standardization.
• Communicates with manufacturers regarding orders, product information, pricing, and shipping status.
• Prepares customer quotes and bids, manage on‑going projects as necessary, and process customer purchase orders, invoices, and credits.
• Plan and execute displays and presence at trade shows, food shows, and customer events.
• Perform accurate data entry and prepare reports in a timely manner.
• Attend and participate in sales meetings and industry events.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Overnight travel required up to 50% of time.
• Comply with all company policies and standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required

Education:

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience

Work Experience:

1–3 years of restaurant, hospitality, culinary, and/or sales experience. Experience with equipment and supply knowledge.

• Hospitality, culinary, and/or sales experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective collaboration with diverse teams.
• Proactive and detail‑oriented with a courteous and helpful attitude.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willingness and ability to learn new skills.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Preferred Education:

Associate's Degree/2‑Year Technical.

Work Experience:

6–10 years of restaurant, hospitality, culinary, and/or sales experience. Experience with equipment and supply knowledge.

• Proficient in Auto Quotes Software.
• Proficient in Sales Force Software/Workflow.

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.