Sales Manager

Position Details

• Compensation: 80K - 110K Base + 20% Bonus Potential
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm
• Travel: 75% driving travel required
• Territory: Connecticut & Rhode Island Markets
• Car allowance + Mileage Reimbursement through CarData Program
• Monthly Cell Phone Stipend
• Note: This role requires the ability to drive to and from customer locations across the assigned territory. Some overnight stays may be required. Normal business hours are subject to change based on business & customer needs.

About the Role

As the Sales Manager, you report to the Division Sales Director and will be responsible for hiring, training and managing a sales team. Leading this team driving strategic same store sales growth through educating customers on category management opportunities, foodservice programs and business solutions. A successful candidate will have effectively demonstrated the ability to lead a team of selling consultants achieving customer and sales growth objectives.

Responsibilities

• Growing OpCo same store sales growth with convenience and foodservice program offerings to meet targeted plans.
• Working closely with operations team on inventory control and food safety operations and initiatives.
• Maintaining current knowledge of all selling technology and enterprise strategies and execute them to daily use with the sales team.
• Tracking sales performance and productivity goals through data reporting.
• Developing pricing and marketing go-to-market strategies for both single convenience store operators and large, regional convenience store chain customer base.
• Leading sales meetings and participating in conferences and trade shows.
• Conducting weekly field visits, store rides, with sales personnel.
• Achieving goals associated with Corporate directed programs.
• Building relationships with existing and prospective customers.
• Developing, training and mentoring all sales personnel on current and new company sales initiatives and to ensure objectives are met and policies are adhered to.
• Cultivating interpersonal relationships which encourage openness, candor and trust, both internally and externally.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent is required.
• Minimum of 5+ years of sales experience including business development and account management.
• 2+ years of leadership experience leading and developing teams of >5 associates.
• Must own a reliable vehicle with valid driver's license, current auto insurance with a clean driving record.

Skills

• Ability to dissect sales data and present findings, opportunities and headwinds to Director of Sales.
• Excellent customer service, internal communication skills, and knowledge of the industry.
• Proficient computer and Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, etc.); specifically, with data analysis.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401K Employer Matching
• Education Assistance
• Paid Time Off
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect