Stephen Cox
About Stephen Cox
Stephen Cox is a Territory Development Manager with extensive experience in sales and territory management, particularly in the wholesale industry. He has held various roles at Sysco and other food service companies, and is currently seeking new career opportunities as his non-compete agreement is expiring.
Work at US Foods
Stephen Cox served as a Territory Manager at US Foods from 2011 to 2015. During his four years in this role, he was responsible for managing sales operations and developing relationships within the territory. His work involved strategic planning and execution to meet sales targets and enhance customer satisfaction in Streator, Illinois.
Current Role as Territory Development Manager
Since 2018, Stephen Cox has held the position of Territory Development Manager. In this role, he focuses on expanding market presence and driving sales growth. He is currently seeking new challenges as his non-compete agreement is expiring, allowing him to explore further opportunities in the industry.
Previous Experience at Sysco
Stephen Cox has a significant tenure at Sysco, where he worked for 25 years in various roles. His positions included Sales and Marketing Associate from 2015 to 2018 and Marketing Associate from 1993 to 2005. His extensive experience at Sysco contributed to his expertise in sales management and marketing strategies.
Education and Expertise
Stephen Cox studied at Western Illinois University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing in 1993. He also attended Northeast Missouri State, studying Psychology from 1980 to 1985. His educational background supports his professional skills in negotiation, sales operations, and territory management.
Background in the Wholesale Industry
Stephen Cox possesses extensive experience in the wholesale industry, particularly in sales and territory management. His career includes roles at Hawkeye Foodservice as a Sales Consultant and at Roisum Elite Food Brokerage as a Marketing Consultant. His background includes skills in cold calling and sales management.