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Peter Sandstrom is a seasoned food industry professional with extensive experience in sales operations, key account development, and marketing strategy. He has held various roles in Sysco and Dole & Bailey, Inc., including Sales Representative, Sysco Marketing Specialist, and Sysco Brand Manager. He has also worked in food safety, inventory management, and catering. With a strong educational background in geography and applied science, Peter has developed a unique blend of skills that enable him to effectively manage sales teams, develop marketing strategies, and drive business growth in the food industry.

Experience

    • Retired
      • Oct 2021 - Present

  • Reinhart Food Service
    • New Bedford, Ma
    • Sales Consultant
      • Jun 2012 - Jan 2013
      • New Bedford, Ma

    • SYSCO Marketing Specialist
      • Feb 2008 - Jun 2012
      • Norton, Massachusetts 02766

      Key player in increasing sales through marketing programs, sales training, market blitzes and product cuttings. Provided specific designed training to increase market share and account penetration for 240 Marketing Associates and 20 District Managers. Implemented Certified Angus Beef Brand� marketing programs directly with Sysco's customers. Participated in Certified Angus Beef Brand� Specialist Training Seminars annually, which featured the industry's leading representatives.

  • Sysco Boston Food Services
    • Norton, Massachusetts 02766
    • Sysco Marketing Specialist
      • Jul 1997 - Feb 2008
      • Norton, Massachusetts 02766

      SYSCO Brands Manager-Dry/Frozen Grocery, Imports and Culinary Specialist; Provide support to Business Resource Department through various sales activities target toward Sysco's exclusive and high volume customers. Initiate and conduct Training Seminars for Marketing Associates and District Managers as well as successfully creating and managing Specialty Food Shows. Developed and implemented sales promotions for Marketing Associates on new and existing product lines to increase the sales of Sysco Brand products.Work with 10 Merchandisers to ensure we have the right product mix and priced competitively with Sysco Brand products.Support Marketing Associates by frequently visiting customer accounts together and perform product cuttings. Sysco Brand Manager

    • Sysco Brand Manager
      • Feb 1995 - Jul 1997

      Organize, coordinate and facilitate over 6000 Sysco Brand products.Program training for 50 Marketing Associates and 5 District Sales Managers.Participate at sales meetings and implement sales promotions/marketing activities.

    • Sysco Marketing Associate
      • Feb 1991 - Jan 1995

      Member of Sysco Sales Presidents Club (outstanding sales/profit), 1992-1994Established new accounts and expanded sales from $2,500 to $45,000 per week.

  • Dole & Bailey, Inc
    • Woburn, Massachusetts
    • Sales Representative
      • May 1984 - Feb 1991
      • Woburn, Massachusetts

      Handle Certified Angus Beef Brand�, Seafood, Specialty and Gourmet Foods to fine dining restaurants.Established new territory in the southern Maine area, eventual responsibilities included the entire State of Maine.

Education

  • 1995 - 1995
    SYSCO Corp. Brand Manager Training School
    Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.)
  • 1976 - 1980
    Salem State University
    Bachelor of Science (BS), Geography

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