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Tom Randazzo

Great River,NY

Summary

Dynamic, results-driven sales professional with 19+ years of experience in business development and strategic market expansion. Demonstrates a keen ability to analyze market trends and customer needs, leading to significant revenue growth and market share expansion. Skilled in coaching and leading high-performing sales teams to achieve and surpass sales objectives. Excels in creating and nurturing long-term client relationships, enhancing customer loyalty, and driving competitive market positioning.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Account Executive Sales

Ferraro Foods of New York East
Edgewood, NY
04.2023 - 04.2025
  • Identify and pursue new sales opportunities with both independent and chain accounts within the assigned territory. Communicate market insights, customer feedback, and product opportunities to internal stakeholders.
  • Achieve or exceed sales targets and KPIs set by the sales management team.
  • Develop and implement tailored sales strategies based on market trends and customer needs.
  • Participate in industry events, trade shows, and other marketing activities to promote products and services. Support the execution of company marketing plans and sales promotions.
  • Mentor and train new sales team members as needed.

New Business Developer

Sysco Foods
Central Islip-Long Island, , NY
11.2021 - 12.2023
  • Identified and pursued valuable business opportunities in a competitive market by leveraging in-depth market research and strategic prospecting techniques to increase company revenue.
  • Implemented an innovative cold-calling strategy by utilizing a meticulously curated lead generation list, and leveraging extensive networking efforts to expand the client base.
  • Refined and adapted sales strategies by utilizing deep industry insights and direct customer feedback to contribute to an impressive increase in meeting quarterly sales targets.

New Business Manager

US Foods, Inc
Perth Amboy, NJ
04.2018 - 03.2020
  • Capitalized on market product demands and customer trends by crafting innovative sales strategies that attracted new customers and retained existing ones, to increase profitability.
  • Leveraged industry and marketplace trends by introducing cutting-edge approaches and meeting evolving client needs more effectively to align sales efforts with key business objectives.
  • Built and maintained long-term business relationships with 46 key accounts by deploying strategic relationship management techniques that retained clients and increased account revenue generation.

Area Business Development Manager

US Foods, Inc
Perth Amboy, NJ
09.2013 - 03.2018
  • Exhibited prospecting skills to identify new accounts through targeted engagement of decision-makers and establishing long-term partnerships, resulting in an increase in new client acquisition.
  • Secured long-term accounts by recommending strategies that enhanced brand effectiveness and highlighted product benefits, leading to an increase in repeat business among key accounts.
  • Participated in C-Suite meetings through persuasive sales presentations and strategic negotiations, facilitating the sale of premium food products and securing lucrative contracts.

Northeast Business Development Manager

US Foods Corporate Distribution
Rosemont, IL
06.2010 - 08.2013
  • Nurtured strategic relationships with key decision-makers within customer organizations, using a consultative sales approach to foster growth and retention, increasing area revenue.
  • Served as the primary relationship manager for premier group purchasing organizations by directly managing field personnel and support office staff, reinforcing service excellence.
  • Enhanced understanding of business objectives among field personnel by implementing targeted communication and education strategies to boost customer satisfaction.

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Healthcare Account Manager

US Foodservice Distribution
Swedesboro, NJ
09.2004 - 04.2009

Developed strategies to engage high-value clients and promote new programs.

Generated leads and acquired new accounts through effective field networking.

Resolved customer issues promptly to ensure satisfaction.

Strengthened relationships with national customer accounts.

Managed $26 million in healthcare sales across New York Tri-state area, achieving 25% year-over-year growth.

Education

Certified Executive Chef C.E.C

ACF American Culinary Federation Chefs Assoc
Jacksonville, FL. 32216
11-2005

Associate of Science - Culinary Arts Operation And Restaurant Management

The Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY
06-1992

Skills

  • Language proficiency (English, Spanish, Italian)
  • Business growth strategies, Sales, Organizational Leadership, Account Management, Customer Service, Client Engagement, Team Building,
  • Microsoft Office Suite, NetSuite, CRM Salesforce, Navigator leads Management, Power-Sell, E-Commerce, Business Analytics

Certification

Name of Certification | American Culinary Federation of Chefs- C.E.C Certified Executive Chef |11-10-2005

Accomplishments

Provide consultative insight to food service operators and establishments to increase top line sales, increase operational efficiency, degrease food costs and grow net profitability. Annual Center of Plate Award Division Champion Recipient 2011, 2012.

I managed $26 Million in healthcare sales in the New York Tri-state area. Achieving 25% high sales growth year of year. I was award the Presidents Cup for Exceptional Sales Performance for 2006, 2007, and 2008.

I generate sales and growth while prospecting for new leads in the key market's segments in the outline GPO sponsor/Group Purchasing. I was awarded Annual center of Plate sales for Division Champion Award Recipient 2005

Timeline

Account Executive Sales

Ferraro Foods of New York East
04.2023 - 04.2025

New Business Developer

Sysco Foods
11.2021 - 12.2023

New Business Manager

US Foods, Inc
04.2018 - 03.2020

Area Business Development Manager

US Foods, Inc
09.2013 - 03.2018

Northeast Business Development Manager

US Foods Corporate Distribution
06.2010 - 08.2013

Healthcare Account Manager

US Foodservice Distribution
09.2004 - 04.2009

Certified Executive Chef C.E.C

ACF American Culinary Federation Chefs Assoc

Associate of Science - Culinary Arts Operation And Restaurant Management

The Culinary Institute of America