District Sales Manager-Jackson, TN

About the role

Responsible for supervising the activities of the sales staff assigned to their district. Participates in the establishment of the region's sales plan and accountable for the sales and profitability and accounts receivable performance of their district. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Responsibilities

• Supervises associates to include, but not limited to: staffing, training, coaching, performance management and problem resolution
• Develop and educate sales staff on product knowledge, sales techniques and company policies by developing and conducting monthly sales meetings
• Attain targeted sales as determined by business goals
• Operate department and assigned personnel within budgetary guidelines
• Demonstrate awareness of customer needs and establish policies and practices to effectively meet those needs
• Develop interpersonal relationships, which encourage openness, candor and trust, both internally and externally
• Provide informative and professional assistance when working with the public/customers/vendors and coworkers
• Participate in industry organization monthly meetings
• Develop and presents major account presentations
• Formulate and analyze information on competition
• Attend industry shows and events
• Interact with customers and vendors in a friendly, timely and quality manner; ensure customer and vendors' questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner
• Manage customer's complaints, issues and emergencies
• Establish and monitor major account prospect lists
• Process customer rebates and incentives
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 4-6 years foodservice sales and team lead or supervisory experience
• Valid driver's license
• Must live in Jackson, TN area

Benefits

• Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401K Employer Matching
• Education Assistance
• Paid Time Off